Here is a definitive guide to flexibility that revises the conceptual framework of the field. From the conceptual foundations of research to the practical applications of stretching techniques in a number of domains, this book provides a fresh perspective on flexibility, one that challenges current thinking and professional practice. It covers all major types of flexibility technique and training, with an emphasis on when and how to use each method safely and effectively. Specific applications to rehabilitation, sport, fitness, and dance make this book an invaluable resource for all practitioners and professionals in the field of human movement.

Combining three decades of sport and rehabilitation research with critical and creative thinking and analysis, Flexibility: A Concise Guide is a must-have resource for sports medicine physicians, orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, athletic therapists, chiropractors, coaches, and other professionals.

Comprehensive, covering all relevant aspects of flexibility Summarizes the basic science underlying the physiology of stretching Synthesizes the important literature and offers a concept of how tissues respond to each of the stretching methods Proposes a new explanation, referred to as the Fascia Hypothesis Includes supplementary material: sn.pub/extras

Klappentext

This groundbreaking book is a definitive guide to flexibility and revises the conceptual framework of the field. In Flexibility: A Concise Guide , the authors provide a fresh perspective on flexibility, one that challenges current thinking and professional practice, from the conceptual foundations of research to the practical applications of stretching techniques in a number of domains. All major types of flexibility technique and training are covered in this comprehensive text, with an emphasis on when and how to use each method safely and effectively. Specific applications to rehabilitation, sport, fitness, and dance make this book an invaluable resource for all practitioners and professionals in the field of human movement. Combining three decades of sport and rehabilitation research with critical and creative thinking and analysis, Flexibility: A Concise Guide is a must-have resource for sports medicine physicians, orthopedic surgeons, physical therapists, athletic therapists, chiropractors, coaches, and other professionals.

Zusammenfassung
Although I was repeatedly encouraged by friends and colleagues to write a more extensive text, I knew that more laboratory research, methodologi­ cal fine-tuning, clinical information, and significant changes to the concep­ tual foundations, were needed before a truly meaningful book could be written.

Inhalt
Practical Considerations.- Stretching Techniques and Exercise Prescriptions.- Stretching the Major Muscle Groups of the Lower Limb.- Stretching the Major Muscle Groups of the Upper Limb.- Stretching the Major Muscle Groups of the Trunk and Neck.- Advanced 3S Stretching Exercises for Figure Skaters, Gymnasts, Divers, and Dancers.- Sports, Fitness, and Dance Applications.- Theoretical Considerations.- Flexibility and Exercise.- Myths About Stretching.- Clinical Concepts and Applications.- The Mechanisms of Flexibility Enhancement.- Conclusion.- Conclusion.