The importance of stretching |
If you have pain or limitation and live in Greenville-Spartanburg SC, then call the rehab experts at Purposed Physical Therapy at (864) 881-1712 or you can fill out our New Patient Form by clicking HERE and we will call you!Stretching is essential when heading into the garden. At the start of gardening season numerous new injuries show up both at the local emergency department as well as at Purposed Physical Therapy. Gardening therefore needs to be taken seriously and treated like any other physical activity you are about to engage in. A stretching routine can help you avoid a gardening injury. Stretching before and after gardening helps to minimize muscle imbalances, prevent injury, and improve your ability to garden for longer periods. The following stretching program is designed for people who do not have any current injuries or individual stretching needs. If you have an injury, or a specific mechanical imbalance that may be inhibiting your ability to garden, your Purposed Physical Therapy Physical Therapist can design a stretching program more specific for you. Move through your range of movement, keeping control of the movement with your muscles. Do not allow momentum to control the movement by "flinging" or "throwing" your body parts around. You may feel light resistance in your muscles, but you should never feel pain during a stretch. Start with slow, low intensity movements, and gradually progress to full-speed movements through range of motion. Complete these motions for several repetitions (10-15 times.)
Essential Stretches for Gardening: These muscles are the key muscles used when gardening Don't forget to stretch both sides. The stretching program shown below will take about 10-12 minutes to complete. Back Rotation Stretch Neck Stretch Click on a link below to learn more: |