Which of the following describes the research evidence regarding the effective treatment of delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS) once it occurs?
A)Modalities consisting of electrical stimulation and cold are the only treatments that are consistently effective at reducing muscle soreness experienced with DOMS.
B)Postexercise massage reduces both the signs and symptoms of DOMS in the elite athlete but not in the casual athlete.
C)Use of compression sleeves on the affected muscles improves the strength deficits that occur as a result of DOMS.
D)Continuation of the training program that has induced DOMS does not worsen the muscle damage or slow the process of recovery.

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Research suggests that continuation of the training program that has induced DOMS does not worsen the muscle damage or slow the process of recovery. There is limited evidence to support the effectiveness of electrical stimulation and cold modalities, while postexercise massage may only be effective for elite athletes. The use of compression sleeves may improve strength deficits but does not necessarily reduce muscle soreness.

Which of the Following Describes the Research Evidence Regarding the Effective