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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
1469
85%
Sciatica
335
80%
Fibromyalgia
53
100%
Chronic Pain
14
100%
Sports Injuries
10
100%
Overall, 85% (1976 Members) find Stretching helpful
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Stretching Reviews

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Finding some feel good stretches on YouTube
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Feels great
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It kinda helps for a little bit.
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Daily.
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yes
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stretching helps alot with getting the day started, but limits that cause further pain vary with present condition
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Gives me more mobility even though the pain is still present.
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Was given some exercises by my physiotherapist and they are keeping it loose and easier to cope with.
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Part of my exercises, I must do stretches; these help a great deal and I would not be able to move were it not for these exercises and stretches.
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Works if I do it. Usually hurts too much to do though so I simply don't do it as I should.
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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]