Do I Need Stretch Therapy?
Are you dealing with muscle tension? Have you found yourself struggling with neck, shoulder, or back pain? Manhattan stretch therapy may help!
Dr. Bobby Bilitsis at Prestige Health and Wellness often advises patients to seek stretch therapy to decrease pain, improve posture, or achieve better range of motion.
You may need stretch therapy if you’re experiencing the following symptoms:
- Chronic muscle tightness
- Poor spine alignment
- Nerve pain
Keep reading to learn about stretch therapy, how this treatment technique is performed, and a few specific conditions this therapy form addresses.
What is Stretch Therapy in Manhattan?
Stretch therapy involves trying specialized guided stretches to address certain muscles and connective tissues. The stretches can be passive, which means guided by a therapist, or active, where the patient engages the muscles during the stretches. Stretch therapy can be used to reduce tension in muscles, improve posture, and so much more. Stretch therapy is often used in combination or as part of the following:
Physical Therapy
Stretch therapy has a wide range of therapeutic uses in physiotherapy. Your Manhattan physical therapist may use it to aid rehabilitation, pain management, or athletic training. Some techniques include foam rolling to reduce muscle stiffness or dynamic stretching to improve range of motion and flexibility.
Ultimately, Prestige Health and Wellness aims to help you move your body and manage your pain while navigating your busy NYC lifestyle.
Occupational Therapy
Stretch therapy is also part of occupational therapy, a practice that aims to help individuals complete day-to-day tasks independently. For example, if you work from home and your current posture is causing lower back pain, an occupational therapist can direct you on stretches to improve your posture so you can work without pain or injury.
Acupuncture
Acupuncture and stretch therapy have been shown to be a strong combination for treating trigger point pain, neck pain, and other types of pain. Pain relief from acupuncture, combined with reduced tension and improved muscular balance from stretch therapy, can be especially beneficial for patients.
Massage Therapy in NYC
Stretch therapy may also be considered a form of massage therapy. Using pressure and hand movement, along with foam rollers and other instruments as needed, stretch therapy can help alleviate muscle tension, reduce pain and inflammation, and allow for the relaxation of the body.
What Conditions Does Stretch Therapy Treat?
Stretch therapy can be highly beneficial for improving muscle balance, posture, and active injury prevention. This technique can also aid in symptom relief in certain medical conditions. Conditions stretch therapy can treat include:
Chronic Muscle Tightness
Chronic muscle tightness is a condition that can arise from injury, prolonged sitting, stress, inactivity, and other conditions. Symptoms include:
- Pain that worsens with movement
- Aches in muscles and joints
- Reduced range of motion
- Vertigo
Poor Posture
Poor posture occurs when the body is not aligned properly and can put strain on the muscles and joints. Improper posture can also lead to symptoms that affect the entire body. Indicators of poor posture are:
- Headaches
- Back, neck, and shoulder pain
- Slowed digestion
- Muscle tension or fatigue
Ligament Strains
Ligament strains include a stretch or tear in the ligament. These injuries can occur from injury or overuse. Common symptoms include:
- Pain in the muscle, tendon, or ligament
- Inability to bear weight on a joint
- Muscle spasms
- A loose-feeling joint
Get Relief: Try Stretch Therapy in Manhattan NYC
If you want to see if stretch therapy is the best treatment for you and if your insurance covers it, please contact us at 212-393-4673 or book an appointment today.
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