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Passive stretching programme. Passive movements are exercises that we recommend to people who cannot move their body voluntarily. Why is it important to do these exercises? By putting your joints through a range of movements regularly you will: Prevent / reduce stiffness and painful joints. Increase circulation and decrease swelling.
Passive static stretch: depends on gravity or a prop such as a partner, strap or elastic band. Example: stretching your hamstrings by bending over and touching your toes. Ballistic stretches – stretching that involves bouncing quickly to go deeper into a stretch or increase a muscles length and range of motion. TIPS FOR SUCCESSFUL STRETCHING
Passive Range of Movement Exercises for the Leg and Foot. These exercises should be done slowly, moving the joint to point of tension NOT pain. The movements should be done smoothly. If the movement is sore then stop.
Each of the chapters in part III includes both active and passive stretches; the main focus is on passive stretching (i.e., the stretches that may be performed safely by a sports massage therapist, sports rehabilitator, physical therapist or osteopath with a client sit-ting or lying on a treatment couch).
Basic passive stretching exercises is a routine that can be done after a light workout 5-6 times a week. Here are the three basic stretch exercises to add to your routine: Lying Knee to Chest (read more) Child’s Pose. Forward Fold. Full-Body Passive Stretching Exercises.
Introduction. This booklet aims to provide you with information on the strengthening exercises you have been advised to do. It is intended to be a guide and should be followed with the advice given to you by your therapist.
No matter your age or athletic ability, this book will give you the basic knowledge of how stretching works, the benefits of stretching, different types of stretching techniques, and even specific foods you can eat that can help you attain your goals.
