MASSAGE THERAPY 208 - STRETCHING

Course overview

*Define stretching *Explain stretching as an intervention *List assessments used to determine whether stretching would be beneficial *Define active and passive stretching *Define flexibility *Use joint movement methods to assess for reduced or excessive range of motion *Describe symptoms related to hypomobility or hypermobility *Describe anatomic, physiologic, and pathologic barriers *Use stretching methods effectively and safely *Define muscle energy techniques *Explain why muscle energy techniques complement stretching methods