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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

Treatment Success Rate

Top 5 Communities
Condition Members Success
Back Pain
1463
85%
Sciatica
332
80%
Fibromyalgia
53
100%
Chronic Pain
14
100%
Sports Injuries
10
100%
Overall, 85% (1967 Members) find Stretching helpful
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Stretching Reviews

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Before my spine deteriorated so badly, I regularly exercised, including stretching and got wonderful results. Currently, I'm in too much pain to move and have been told not to do anything other than walk until I am further evaluated.
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everyday!
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I still use them, and maintain a solid sleeping mattress for support.
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I have started doing stretching exercises each day. I used to walk but can't due to developing a cyst on the bottom of my right foot due to Fibro,
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Similar to Yoga
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don't know if I'm causing more pain by doing this
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Sometimes it makes things better, sometimes worse
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no
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yoga works best
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legs together, feet flat, far enough away from the wall to do push offs the wall, fully stretching the back of my legs. Leg rolls and leg lifts in bed, and do the hurt
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Discussions

  1. Discussion: Stretching exercises
    Hi, try these. I have started Tai Chi and it has been most beneficial for body, mind, emotions and my spirit. I also drink 8 to 16 oz. of water 2 ho... [More]
  2. Discussion: Stretching exercises
    Hi, take a look at these sites, The Arthritis Foundation, and RA Fit. I got 2 great dvd's for stretching, range of motion, and some light cardio. Hop... [More]
  3. Discussion: Stretching exercises
    there is one called Easy Yoga for Arthritis. wonderful. you will love it. i guess its $60, but worth it for your life. very very easy. you could do it... [More]
  4. Discussion: Stretching exercises
    There is a book that has loads of good stretching and strengthening exercises called the Arthritis Helpbook by Loring and Fries. Lots of good informat... [More]
  5. Discussion: Stretching exercises
    Can anyone recommend a DVD that has gentle stretching exercises for people with lupus and/or RA? [More]