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Stretching is the activity of gradually applying tensile force to lengthen, strengthen, and lubricate muscles, often performed in anticipation of physical exertion and to increase the range of motion within a joint. Stretching is an especially important accompaniment to activities that emphasize controlled muscular str... more at Wikipedia
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Stretching Reviews
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helps
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physiotherapy "homework" exercises dependant on activity.
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Try to stretch daily, it helps.
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works well
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Helps a little. Lifting my legs and exercising gives me enough relieve to push myself to do more.
I have to do them in intervals. 10 at a time, then another 10 later.
I have to do them in intervals. 10 at a time, then another 10 later.
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Mild stretches
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wonderful! helps relieve nerve pinching - and I always strive to keep my range of motion.
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Have been reassured it will help (and I am sure that it does) but wish it would help alleviate pain and muscle spasm instantly!
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exercise is working some
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Painful after and during. Trying to increase a little everyday.
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Stretching
Stretching seems to cause cramps in my feet. [More] -
Stretching
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Stretching...
i think i would like the stretching to be elastic... [More] -
STRETCHING
Everyone talks about stretching, but even the least bit of stretching causes the most awful muscle spasms. Anyone else have this problem? I take flexa... [More]
