Acute effect of static stretching on non-muscular tissue stiffness and joint flexibility: a comparative study between older and young men

ConclusionThe reduction in sciatic nerve stiffness by stretching was noticeable in older men and led to improved joint flexibility. These findings may provide insight into tissue adaptation by stretching and may be used to explore effective exercises for improving joint flexibility in older adults.

Source: European Journal of Applied Physiology - February 21, 2024 Category: Physiology Source Type: research