Prescriptive Stretching (PDF)

Elite athletes have long relied on personalized stretching programs to improve flexibility and prevent injury. What you might not know is that many of those targeted stretches have a much broader application, one that you can easily incorporate into your daily routine: pain relief. PrescriptiveStretching features full-color anatomical illustrations and step-by-step instructions for 40 of the most effective stretches to eliminate pain, alleviate muscle soreness, improve balance and flexibility, and prevent common injuries. In addition, youll find sample stretching programs that you can follow as is or personalize to meet your bodys needs. Best of all, PrescriptiveStretching shows you how to quickly assess your pain and identify the stretches to reduce discomfort. Specifically, youll find recommendations for these common ailments: -Headache -Back pain -Neck stiffness -Shoulder soreness -Golfers elbow -Tennis elbow -Runners knee Whether youre looking to increase range of motion or simply eliminate muscle pain and discomfort, PrescriptiveStretching has you covered. Comprehensive yet easy to use, its the guide youll turn to again and again.