Pengaruh Passive Stretching dengan Kombinasi Massage terhadap Nyeri Delayed Onset Muscle Sorones Otot Gastrocnemius pada Anggota Pencak Silat

Abstract

Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) is a common muscular complaint experienced after high-intensity physical activity, including pencak silat training. The gastrocnemius muscle is frequently involved in kicking, running, and jumping movements, making it susceptible to DOMS. This condition may cause pain, discomfort, and limitations in physical performance. Objective: The objective of this research was to investigate the impact of static stretching combined with massage therapy on minimizing DOMS pain within the gastrocnemius muscle among pencak silat members in Demak District. Methodology: This investigation utilized a quasi-experimental framework applying a single-cohort before-and-after evaluation method. Overall, 35 pencak silat members suffering from DOMS within the gastrocnemius muscle were recruited via a purposive sampling technique according to established inclusion and exclusion guidelines. The treatment involved static stretching combined with massage therapy, delivered following standard physical therapy protocols. Pain severity was measured prior to and following the procedure employing the Numeric Rating Scale (NRS). Information was examined utilizing a paired t-test approach. Findings: The average pain level dropped from 7.71 prior to the treatment to 2.89 subsequent to the treatment, demonstrating an average decline of 4.82 points. Statistical evaluation revealed a substantial variance regarding pain severity (p < 0.001). Conclusion: Passive stretching combined with massage significantly reduces DOMS pain in the gastrocnemius muscle and may be considered a non-pharmacological recovery method in physiotherapy practice and pencak silat training.