STRETCHING CAN HELP YOUR PAIN
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What Does It Mean To Stretch? Although most people know what stretching means, it is essential to make sure you understand how the word is used in physical therapy. There is some confusion about when and why we should stretch, and also about the benefits of stretching. When the main emphasis is to move better and feel better, you are heading in the right direction. Targeted stretching in physical therapy is to alleviate discomfort and/or improve mobility. Like most therapy interventions, the timing and intention matter so that you can find relief and get moving again. There is a common belief that stretching and being more flexible can prevent injury, but unfortunately, the research shows this is not always the case. For example, you can have muscles that are free of damage and restrictions and not flexible. Or you can have muscles that have injuries and/or limitations that need to be more flexible. Our physical therapists can help you figure out where you need help and guide you through a program tailored to meet these needs. The notion of lengthening a muscle, for example, is an exaggeration of what happens. Our muscles/tendons attach to the bone at point A (i.e., origin) and point B (i.e., insertion).
These attachments never change, and therefore the actual length of a muscle or tendon never really lengthens. Our physical therapists are experts at identifying your specific needs and designing a program that is tailored to you for the best possible outcome! How Physical Therapy Can Help You Stretch Properly Our physical therapists help you in a variety of ways. We will start with an injury evaluation and a biomechanical assessment to identify all the factors contributing to your pain and restrictions. This will consist of a thorough history to understand your typical daily activities, including your body’s specific demands and overall health status. We will use this information to develop an individualized program that includes targeted manual techniques, mobility work, strengthening, and appropriate pain relief techniques for the individual athlete. Your physical therapist will then incorporate specific stretches that help you improve your mobility and alleviate your pain. Our goal is to ensure you have an effective program that assists you in a safe return to your normal activities. Every good therapy program will include injury prevention strategies that ensure you stay doing what you love. We will help you understand how and why stretching can assist you in staying pain-free! Contact Us Today! There are many other ways that stretching can help you live your best life. If you want to add stretches to your daily life, contact Restore Physical Therapy today for assistance! One of our dedicated physical therapists will teach you which will be best for you and create a targeted, individualized care plan to promote accelerated recovery and future injury prevention!
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