ArticleExperimental physiology2026
Applying thermal therapy: Comparison of different commercially available heating devices to increase muscle temperature.
Article in Experimental physiology, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Cited by 2 papers.
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- Expert consensus on passive heating interventions to promote skeletal muscle strength and mass: a delphi study.European journal of applied physiology · 2026Article
- Applying thermal therapy: Comparison of different commercially available heating devices to increase muscle temperature.Experimental physiology · 2026Article
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Abstract
Although various medical devices are available for the purpose of heat therapy, their effect on muscle temperature remains unclear. This study compared the effects of a water-perfused suit (WPS), short-wave diathermy (SWD) and hot-water immersion (HWI) on muscle, core and skin temperatures, along with perceived thermal discomfort. Ten healthy volunteers (four males and six females) were exposed to WPS, SWD or HWI for 1 h on three occasions, separated by 3-7 days, in a counterbalanced order. Muscle temperature increased with all devices (P < 0.0001, partial η
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