Background: Heavy training and football matches can negatively impact athletes' performance. This study aims to investigate the effects of Floatation-REST on the physical, physiological, and psychological recovery parameters of football players following plyometric training. Methods: The study involved 24 football players aged 20-26 from the amateur league in Bitlis, Turkey. Participants were divided into two groups: a control group (n=12) and a Floatation-REST group (n=12). After undergoing plyometric training, the control group watched a documentary video, while the Floatation-REST group received Floatation-REST therapy. Recovery effects were assessed through heart rate measurement, lactate, cortisol, myoglobin, creatine kinase, leukocytes, IL-6, TNF-alpha serum analyses, performance tests, and a psychological perception questionnaire. Results: Floatation-REST showed statistically significant positive effects on heart rate, lactate, creatine kinase, myoglobin, cortisol, and IL-6 levels. It also significantly reduced pain in the rectus femoris, tibialis anterior, gastrocnemius, and achilles tendon, and improved speed (30 m), agility, and thrust force performances. Athletes in the Floatation-REST group reported decreased pain and enhanced performance according to the psychological perception questionnaire. Conclusion: The study demonstrates that Floatation-REST can be effectively used by football clubs as a new recovery method, offering benefits in physical and psychological recovery following intense training.
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