Eficácia da terapia com manta de led no tratamento de estiramentos musculares em atletas: revisão bibliográfica

Abstract

INTRODUCTION Muscular injuries are common among football players, directly impacting their performance and continuity in sports activities. Physiotherapy plays a key role in the recovery of these athletes, and technologies such as LED therapy have shown therapeutic benefits. This study aimed to investigate the effects of LED therapy in the treatment and recovery of muscular injuries in football players, seeking to evaluate the effectiveness of this technology in a practical rehabilitation context. OBJECTIVES: The main objective of this study was to analyze the effectiveness of LED therapy in treating muscular injuries in football players, considering its impact on pain reduction, acceleration of muscle recovery, and decreased rehabilitation time. METHODOLOGY: The research adopted both qualitative and quantitative approaches, conducting a literature review on the main studies about LED therapy and muscular injuries, as well as analyzing clinical cases of athletes in rehabilitation. The sample consisted of amateur and professional football players who had muscular injuries. LED therapy was applied in regular sessions using red and infrared light wavelengths. Evaluation parameters included pain scales, muscle strength tests, and recovery time. RESULTS: The results showed that LED therapy significantly contributed to the reduction of muscle pain, with most athletes reporting immediate relief after sessions. Additionally, faster recovery was observed compared to other conventional treatment methods, leading to a reduced rehabilitation time. Clinical assessments showed improvements in muscle strength and the function of tissues affected by injuries, supporting the effectiveness of LED therapy as a therapeutic alternative in sports physiotherapy. CONCLUSION or FINAL CONSIDERATIONS: LED therapy proved to be an effective approach in treating muscular injuries in football players, offering benefits in pain relief, muscle recovery acceleration, and reduced rehabilitation time. Based on the results, it is recommended to implement this technology as a complementary component in sports physiotherapy practices, especially in the context of muscular injuries in professional and amateur athletes.