is a form of static stretching in which your therapist will apply gentle force upon the limb to move it into a new position, holding it for a specific amount of time in order to lengthen and stretch the muscle and surrounding connective tissue.

This helps to create alignment in the muscle and body and contributes to improving flexibility, increased muscle control and an expanded range of motion. 

Stretching activates the deep postural muscles. Flexibility within the joints and muscles decreases tension on muscles and relieves stress from the joints. It corrects muscle imbalance which can improve overall fitness and help decrease the risk of injury whilst exercising and in everyday life.  

Please Note – Sal advises against stretching when you are in pain. Pain is an indication that the tension has gone too far for stretching. It must be release by other means first then stretched for recovery and range of motion.