SRT DEFINED
The focus and goals of Soft-Stretch Release Techniques (SRT) are multifaceted in the approach. SRT was defined by the owner's need to better work with, and help assist, the types of client issues he was seeing. While there are many styles of stretching that exist today, SRT has been showcasing a direct focal point on the Nervous, Fascial and Lymphatic Systems. An infusion of modalities and styles have been brought together to truly define the SRT style and what makes it so effective.
THE SRT STYLE
Passive stretching is also referred to as relaxed stretching, and as static-passive stretching. A passive stretch is one where you assume a position and hold it with some other part of your body, or with the assistance of a partner or some other apparatus. For example, allowing the Professional to lift and bring your leg into any position without your active assistance or resistance. The Active can be implemented when asked to help assist the stretch from an activation standpoint by the client.
PNF - Dynamic Stretching (not isometric)
PNF stretching is currently the fastest and most effective way known to increase static-passive flexibility. PNF is an acronym for proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation. It is not really a type of stretching but is a technique of combining Passive Stretching and Isometric Stretching in order to achieve maximum static flexibility.
PNF was initially developed as a method of rehabilitating stroke victims and refers to any of several post-isometric relaxation stretching techniques in which a muscle group is passively stretched, then contracts isometrically against resistance while in the stretched position, and then is passively stretched again through the resulting increased range of motion. PNF stretching usually employs the use of a partner to provide resistance against the isometric contraction and then later to passively take the joint through its increased range of motion..
Most PNF stretching techniques employ isometric agonist contraction/relaxation where the stretched muscles are contracted isometrically and then relaxed. Some PNF techniques also employ isometric antagonist contraction where the antagonists of the stretched muscles are contracted. In all cases, it is important to note that the stretched muscle should be rested (and relaxed) for at least 20 seconds before performing another PNF technique.
With SRT we have found that re-education of joint movement from a Dynamic PNF approach has been more effective in clearing ranges of motion, installing the mind-muscle connection better, and improving weakness along the path of movement resistance. While traditional PNF Isometric wants to create a static barrier when activating, SRT's focus is to create a moving barrier, where we allow the activation to occur, but provide a moving resistant barrier that the client pushes or pulls against, while still moving through a partial or full range of motion.
MyoFascial Release techniques (MFR)
MFR involves applying gentle, sustained pressure to areas where the fascia is restricted, aiming to improve range of motion, relieve pain, and restore proper tissue function. Tissue under tension time can vary widely from 7 seconds to multiple minutes based upon individual issues and restrictions.
Through the use of MFR we also indirectly address the lymphatic flow and stimulation of primary lymph nodes as we work proximal to the hip and shoulder and neck to start. The direction of the MFR glides can also be positioned for SRT Lymphatic Specifics if desired.
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CEU Approved Canadian Oraganizations
CEU Approved USA Oraganizations
