Tight muscles can lead to decreased mobility, inability to perform every day activities and eventually lead to pain. It is also true that decreased mobility and pain can lead to tight muscles.
Hypomobility
Hypomobility or motion that is restricted due to tight muscles, can occur because of:
- Extended periods of decreased motion
- Sedentary lifestyles
- Poor posture
- Muscle imbalances
- Weakness
- Stress
- Trauma
Stretching
Stretching can be done to help reduce tight muscles leading to more range of motion and flexibility
Benefits of stretching to decrease muscle tightness include:
- Improved range of motion and flexibility
- Overall fitness
- Injury prevention
- Decreased soreness after exercise
- Improved ability to perform every day activities
The Role of PT
In order to keep this new range of motion and flexibility it should be coupled with appropriate strengthening and endurance exercises. That’s what a physical therapist can help with!
If you feel that your muscles are tight and causing pain give us a call today 703-450-4300!
We want to get you on the right path as soon as possible! It is important to be performing stretches that are appropriate for each body part with proper form, intensity, duration and frequency to avoid injury.
