Stretching
The therapeutic benefits of stretching
Stretching is vital in maintaining good range of motion with joints and the flexibility of muscles. If you have stiff joints or tight muscles, normal activities, such as climbing stairs or reaching overhead, can be severely affected. With proper stretching, these functions can be preserved.
Benefits of Stretching:
- Increases range of motion and muscle flexibility
- Prevents injury
- Keeps muscles healthy
- Improves blood circulation
- Improves balance and posture
- Reduces lower back pain
- Maintains normal muscle function with aging
- Increases athletic performance
After an injury or surgery, scar tissue forms and soft tissue contracts. It is important to regularly stretch in these situations to ensure that scar formation does not get in the way of your rehabilitation.
