Flexibility is the ability to move the joints effectively and freely through a complete range of motion without any pain. Stretching exercises are one way of training flexibility. Flexibility reduces the risk of injury, prevents and corrects muscle imbalance, and improves posture.
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Why we lose flexibility in our 20s and 30s and how to get it back?
Query: Hello doctor,I have few doubts. Please answer: Why we lose flexibility in our 20s and 30s and how to keep it or get it back?What is peak flexibility age? At what age do we start losing flexibility? Is it related to growth spurts in puberty?What is a good measure of flexibility or does it depend on t... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Loss of flexibility and degeneration band ageing go hand in hand. Growth spurts loss of flexibility is due to mismatch in the rate of bone and muscle length growth. Peak fitness is in late teens and early third decades. Ability to squat, touch the tips of fingers on the... Read Full »
How can I increase my flexibility?
Query: Hello doctor, 3 to 4 years ago, I remember myself being very flexible, but now I am not. I play hockey five days a week and I am very active. Legs are not flexible and suffer from cramp a lot. Similarly, my lower back always seems to have knots and always aches. I also suffer from shin splints a lo... Read Full »
Answer: Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You are playing a very active game that requires stamina as well as muscle strength. You need to check your thyroid profile, calcium level, 25 (OH) vitamin D level, serum electrolytes, etc., to comment further. If no specific cause is found, then you should take a high pr... Read Full »
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