Self-reported intensity and interference
DOMS, NRS
Numeric rating scales (NRSs) were used to assess self-reported intensity of: (a) soreness or discomfort, and (b) stiffness, and self-reported interference of soreness, discomfort or stiffness on the ability to (a) perform daily activities at home or at work; and (b) participate in physical activities, pre-DOMS induction and at follow-up visits. Participants rated separate items of “average” and “worst” intensity over the last 24 hours. Each NRS was an 11-point scale (0–10) with anchors at, for example, 0 for “no soreness or discomfort” and 10 for “extreme soreness or discomfort.” These NRSs were developed for the current study, but similar scales have been used in previous studies to assess the effects of treatments on DOMS [