STR

Question 1

who can benefit from STR

Answer 1

• any athletes who wants to target a specific area of tension
• it is useful when time is limited
• anyone recovering from msk injuries
  -lengthen and encourage pliability
  
  • increase ROM
  • help with orientation of collagen fibers during healing

Question 2

when should str be done

Answer 2

• before/during/after massage
• tx method
• help in overcoming excessive tightness or spasming
• caution should be taken in a pre-event
• caution in post-event

Question 3

benefits of STR

Answer 3

improves flexibility and posture
- alleviates pain of muscle tension
- takes pressure off associated joint structures
- STR can help in stretching tissues w/o causing the joint to move through its full range

Question 4

contraindication of STR

Answer 4

• fracture
• osteoporosis
• acute injury
• skin disorders
• altered sensation
• demand type pacemaker
• psychological issues
• pt who bruise easily
• hypermobile pt