RT Book, Section A1 Scifers, James R. A2 Higgins, Michael SR Print(0) ID 1163427187 T1 Stretching T2 Therapeutic Exercise: From Theory to Practice YR 2011 FD 2011 PB F. A. Davis Company PP New York, NY SN 9780803613645 LK fadavisat.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1163427187 RD 2021/01/22 AB LEARNING OBJECTIVESUpon completion of this chapter, the learner should be able to demonstrate the following competencies and proficiencies concerning stretching:Describe the limitations to joint flexibility and range of motionUnderstand terminology related to stretchingDescribe the factors related to muscle length and functionDescribe connective tissue properties related to stretchingDescribe the neurophysiology of stretchingUnderstand the effects of stretching on soft tissueDescribe the effects of modalities on stretchingDescribe the many stretching techniques, including proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) stretching and neural tension techniquesDescribe and understand stretching guidelines, indications, precautions, and contraindications