EFFECTS OF NAMMAN MUAY APPLICATION ON ANTERIOR THIGH MUSCLE STRENGTH: A COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF ASSESSMENT METHOD IN MUAY THAI ATHLETES
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The study aimed to investigate the impact of Namman muay on quadricep muscle strength using different assessment methods in Muay Thai athletes. This randomized controlled trial involved a total of 48 Muay Thai fighters were selected based on power analysis to ensure statistical significance, considering the expected effect size and variability in performance metrics. This sample size balances practical constraints with the need for robust data to support the study's findings. They were tested for isometric contraction and the other for isokinetic contraction. Within each group, participants were further divided into experimental and control groups, this randomization took place by blindly selecting coloured playing cards. The experimental group received 5 ml of Namman Muay on the quadricep muscles, while the control group received baby oil in the same area. The participants were then assessed for isometric strength via Lafayette Handheld dynamometer and isokinetic knee extension via isokinetic dynamometer) strength at angular velocities of 60° and 180° per second. Results using statistical analysis via paired t-tests indicated a significant increase in isometric strength in the Namman Muay group post-experiment (p = 0.04, 5.66% increase). However, there were no difference in the isometric knee extension test between the experimental and control groups (analysed by independent sample t-test). Significant increase in muscle strength at both 60° and 180° per second were found between the NM experimental group and BO control group. (p = 0.01, 5.24% increase and p = 0.013, 4.84% increase), with a significant difference compared to the control group (p < 0.01). This study highlighted that using 5 ml of Namman muay and an effleurage massage technique can enhance isometric and isokinetic thigh muscle strength, crucial for improving kicking force in Muay Thai athletes.
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