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Does passive stretching improve muscle mechanics in spastic cerebral palsy?

Researchers have long sought effective strategies to manage motor impairments in children with spastic cerebral palsy, a condition characterized by excessive muscle stiffness that can hinder movement and function. In 2015, a study led by Nicola Theis, alongside Thomas Korff and Amir A. Mohagheghi, sheds new light on this topic by investigating the effects of long-term passive stretching on muscle-tendon unit mechanics. Cerebral palsy often … Continue reading Does passive stretching improve muscle mechanics in spastic cerebral palsy?

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Clinician Generated Forces

Clinician generated forces refer to the external forces exerted by the clinician on a patient’s body segment to diagnose, treat, and/or to facilitate recovery. Clinician generated forces can be exerted through various techniques, such as joint glides, thrusts, or the use of mechanical devices to assist in the diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation of various conditions. For example, sustained pressure or repetitive joint glides may help … Continue reading Clinician Generated Forces

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Can rhythmic stabilization outperform passive stretching in shielding indoor soccer athletes from injuries?

In 2011, Bello conducted study about Indoor soccer which is a thrilling sport, but it comes with its fair share of risks, particularly in terms of muscle and joint injuries. One intriguing approach to injury prevention in indoor soccer athletes is the use of rhythmic stabilization (RS) techniques. While the effectiveness of RS remains uncertain and somewhat controversial in the athletic world, anecdotal evidence hints … Continue reading Can rhythmic stabilization outperform passive stretching in shielding indoor soccer athletes from injuries?

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Which stretching technique reigns supreme for hamstring flexibility?

Flexibility is a key component of physical fitness, and achieving optimal hamstring flexibility is essential for various athletic activities and overall well-being. In 2010, a study led by Roberto Meroni and his team aimed to compare the effects of active and passive stretching techniques on hamstring flexibility. The study sought to determine which technique resulted in greater gains in flexibility and whether these gains were … Continue reading Which stretching technique reigns supreme for hamstring flexibility?

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