At True Potential Physical Therapy we believe proper stretching techniques are key to preventing injury – not only for our athletes or weekend warriors but for all individuals at every level of fitness. Stretching maximizes the available range of movement of soft tissue and muscles.
With proper stretching, the energy from muscles can be focused on completing the task at hand instead of fighting against itself. Inelasticity of a muscle will limit an athlete’s or individual’s available range of motion and increases the risk of injury to tendons, ligaments, muscles or other tissues. Keeping muscles healthy and limber can help to avoid the kinds of injuries that would put you on the sidelines of your sport or even the simple activities in your daily life.