Effects of static stretching on passive properties of muscle-tendon unit
The acute and chronic effects of static stretching (SS) on joint range of motion (ROM) and stiffness of muscle-tendon unit (MTU) and/or muscle was reviewed. Previous studies have provided evidence that SS is effective in increasing ROM, both immediately and chronically. Moreover, 75 seconds (75s) SS...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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Japanese Society of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine
2014-03-01
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Series: | Journal of Physical Fitness and Sports Medicine |
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Online Access: | https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jpfsm/3/1/3_1/_pdf/-char/en |