Phys Ther Sport August 2011 PMID 21802037

Uninvolved versus target muscle contraction during contract: relax proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation stretching.

Daniel Camara Azevedo, Raphael Marques Melo, Ricardo Vidal Alves Corrêa, Gordon Chalmers

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What people are saying

The overall sentiment indicates agreement that contracting uninvolved muscles can yield similar flexibility gains as traditional stretching, as seen in comments describing the process and results; the tone is pragmatic and focused on confirming the method's effectiveness, with words like 'produces the same results' emphasizing practical significance.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions seem to agree that both stretching methods are effective, as the post states they produce similar results.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest by commenting on the method and its outcomes without deep analysis.

EngagementNeutral engagement

There is some engagement through shared experiences and clarifications, but little detailed debate or critique.

ImpactModerate impact

The discussion suggests the findings might influence stretching practices, but not overwhelmingly so.

Abstract in brief

  • This study compared the effects of two different stretching methods—traditional contract-relax (CR) and modified CR (MCR)—on knee flexibility in healthy men, with MCR involving contraction of an uninvolved muscle instead of the target muscle.
  • Results showed that both the CR and MCR groups experienced a significant increase in range of motion (ROM) after stretching, while the control group did not see any change.
  • The key finding is that the improvement in flexibility was similar whether the target muscle or an uninvolved muscle was contracted during the stretch.]

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@fitat45plus · X

For example, you hold a stretch for 10 seconds, then contract the muscle for another 15 seconds, then stretch again for 15 seconds. The latter method produces the same results as simple static stretching. https://t.co/oDhXIBc7fX 26/46

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Muscles - Fascia - Posture - Nutrition
@fitat45plus · X

For example, you hold a stretch for 10 seconds, then contract the muscle for another 15 seconds, then stretch again for 15 seconds. The latter method produces the same results as simple static stretching. https://t.co/oDhXIBc7fX 26/46

Dec 7, 2022 · 3,190 followers View post →