topicCreatine Sleep Metrics Randomized Trial
claimResults No significant time x group interactions were found for any of the variables under analysis (p = 0.089 to 0.834).
evidence level2
citationMaia F (2026)
sourceIntermittent pneumatic compression does not improve post-match neuromuscular, biochemical or perceptual recovery in international-level youth soccer players: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.
topicCreatine Sleep Metrics Randomized Trial
claimSignificant main effects of time were detected in CK, perceived fatigue and soreness (p Conclusion A single session of high-pressure IPC does not seem to enhance post-match recovery in elite youth soccer players compared to a placebo, on neuromuscular, biochemical, and subjective markers.
evidence level2
citationMaia F (2026)
sourceIntermittent pneumatic compression does not improve post-match neuromuscular, biochemical or perceptual recovery in international-level youth soccer players: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.
topicCreatine Sleep Metrics Randomized Trial
claimBackground This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a single session of high-pressure intermittent pneumatic compression (IPC) on post-match recovery in international level youth soccer players, using neuromuscular, biochemical, and perceptual markers.
evidence level2
citationMaia F (2026)
sourceIntermittent pneumatic compression does not improve post-match neuromuscular, biochemical or perceptual recovery in international-level youth soccer players: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.
topicCreatine Sleep Metrics Randomized Trial
claimMethods Forty-two observations (across 6 matches) of 23 elite U19 soccer players (age: 17.45 ± 0.72 years; height: 1.82 ± 0.06 m; body mass: 74.95 ± 6.45 kg) participated in this randomized, placebo-controlled trial.
evidence level2
citationMaia F (2026)
sourceIntermittent pneumatic compression does not improve post-match neuromuscular, biochemical or perceptual recovery in international-level youth soccer players: a randomized placebo-controlled trial.
topicCreatine Sleep Metrics Randomized Trial
claimThis catabolic condition is further exacerbated by the increased metabolic demands of prolonged wakefulness and the concomitant reduction in energy substrate availability [].
evidence level2
citationBen Maaoui Khouloud (2025)
sourceEffects of Creatine Monohydrate Loading on Sleep Metrics, Physical Performance, Cognitive Function, and Recovery in Physically Active Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial
topicCreatine Sleep Metrics Randomized Trial
claimIncreased Cr levels in the brain may improve resilience and mental function, reducing cognitive impairments brought on by various stressors [].
evidence level2
citationBen Maaoui Khouloud (2025)
sourceEffects of Creatine Monohydrate Loading on Sleep Metrics, Physical Performance, Cognitive Function, and Recovery in Physically Active Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial
topicCreatine Sleep Metrics Randomized Trial
claimAlthough the implications of this are yet unclear, it is linked to a decrease in the perceived effort associated with cognitively taxing tasks [].
evidence level2
citationBen Maaoui Khouloud (2025)
sourceEffects of Creatine Monohydrate Loading on Sleep Metrics, Physical Performance, Cognitive Function, and Recovery in Physically Active Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial
topicCreatine Sleep Metrics Randomized Trial
claim1 2 3 4 5 6 Athletes and physically active individuals are increasingly exploring ergogenic supplements as a strategy to enhance exercise performance [].
evidence level2
citationBen Maaoui Khouloud (2025)
sourceEffects of Creatine Monohydrate Loading on Sleep Metrics, Physical Performance, Cognitive Function, and Recovery in Physically Active Men: A Randomized, Double-Blind, Placebo-Controlled, Crossover Trial