Effect of scraping therapy on weightlifting ability

Area of Science:

• Sports Medicine
• Exercise Physiology
• Biochemistry

Background:

• Weightlifting training requires optimizing performance and recovery.
• Biomarker monitoring is crucial for assessing athlete physiological status.
• Subjective exertion scales aid in training load management.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the impact of scraping therapy on weightlifting ability.
• To assess changes in subjective exertion and serum biomarkers following scraping therapy.

Main Methods:

• A 7-week weightlifting training program incorporating scraping therapy was conducted.
• Five student athletes with 3 years of training participated.
• Measurements included weightlifting capacity, rating of perceived exertion, and serum biochemical markers.

Main Results:

• Scraping therapy significantly increased weightlifting ability (P < 0.05).
• Rating of perceived exertion remained stable despite increased training volume.
• Significant increases in Immuno-globulin A and decreases in creatine kinase and blood urea nitrogen were observed (P < 0.05).

Conclusions:

• Scraping therapy shows potential to enhance weightlifting performance.
• The benefits may stem from reduced perceived exertion and improved biochemical markers.
• This suggests scraping therapy as a complementary method in athletic training regimens.