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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
standard stretches is essential when treating people after injury or when working with special populations such as elderly clients. This guide will help you apply passive
Most stretching techniques (static, ballistic, and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) are effective in increasing static flexibility as measured by joint range of motion, but the results for dynamic flexibility as measured by active and passive stiffness, are inconclusive.
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.
Passive stretching exercises are stretches in which you stay in the position for an extended period of time. It is most commonly done with the assistance of another person, a prop, accessory, or the wall, to intensify the stretch.
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.
