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: Lengthens chronically tight areas (like hip flexors or chest muscles) to correct slouching or rounded shoulders.
Specialized techniques are selected based on the patient's condition:
: Applying sustained pressure to the fascia (connective tissue) to release deep-seated tension.
: Brief 1–2 second holds repeated multiple times to prevent the "stretch reflex" from tightening the muscle. Clinical Applications and Considerations
Therapeutic — Stretching
This is for informational purposes only. For medical advice or diagnosis, consult a professional. AI responses may include mistakes. Learn more Stretching - Physiopedia
: Lengthens chronically tight areas (like hip flexors or chest muscles) to correct slouching or rounded shoulders. Therapeutic Stretching
Specialized techniques are selected based on the patient's condition: This is for informational purposes only
: Applying sustained pressure to the fascia (connective tissue) to release deep-seated tension. Therapeutic Stretching
: Brief 1–2 second holds repeated multiple times to prevent the "stretch reflex" from tightening the muscle. Clinical Applications and Considerations