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Contrast water therapy recovery after soccer match
RCT demonstrating contrast water therapy (hot-cold cycles) accelerates recovery of muscle power and reduces perceived soreness after soccer match play.
Recovery Benefits
- Muscle power: 8% faster recovery
- Perceived soreness: 30% reduction
- CK levels: 25% lower at 24h
Protocol
3 min hot (38-40°C), 1 min cold (10-15°C), 4-6 cycles.
Outcomes
- Strength Recovery Rate17.5
- Perceived Muscle Soreness-30