Benefits of Stretch Therapy
Some of the benefits of assisted Stretch Therapy include:
· Easing pain associated with tightness and tension
· Improving range of motion, flexibility, mobility and strength
· Improving posture, physical appearance and self esteem
· Counteract the effects of aging
· Increasing overall fitness and athletic performance
· Reducing the risk of injury
· Encouraging relaxation and relieving stress
· Increasing circulation and blood flow to the muscles, surrounding tissues and joints
How Does Assisted Stretching Differ From Regular Stretching
With regular stretching, you do the work yourself. Some people find it hard to know the proper way to stretch and which muscles to focus on for optimum positive impact. Without having the accountability of a regular stretch routine, many people will stretch minimally or not at all.
With assisted stretching, the work is done for you. You work one-on-one with an experienced stretch therapist who has knowledge of anatomy, physiology and stretching techniques, who will take you through a thorough routine of stretch personalized for your particular needs. During some stretches, you will be encouraged to completely relax your limbs to get the most out of the stretch. For other stretches you may be asked to engage and work the muscles. If you’re not good at stretching on your own, stretch therapy sessions can help keep you accountable to improving your body through stretching.