Think of it as ironing out the wrinkles in your rumpled musculature. Foam rolling smooths and lengthens your muscles, and breaks up adhesions and scar tissue. Another benefit is that it helps your muscles relax by activating the sensory receptors connecting your muscle fibres to your tendons. The net effect is better blood circulation, which in turn speeds workout recovery and boosts performance.
Note: Are you an athlete or a weekend warrior living in Oakville or Burlington and you know you do not perform at your peak? Check with our physiotherapists from the Oakville and Burlington physio clinics.
But don’t just take our word for it. Grab a foam roller—you can buy one at your local sporting apparel store or at our Sheddon Physiotherapy and Sports Clinics in Oakville and Burlington. Log onto our YouTube (click here) and find out how to roll out the major muscle groups. If you hit a sore spot, hold it there for 15 to 30 seconds—you found a tight area that needs special attention.
Foam rolling can be uncomfortable, but you need only 5 to 10 minutes to reap the benefits. Just as important as how you roll is when you roll: After a workout is best, followed by a static stretch of the muscle. This helps your muscles return to the proper length and recover even faster because it can prevent the build-up of scar tissue.
If you have any questions concerning foam rolling, ask your Sheddon Physiotherapists from our clinics in Oakville or Burlington! You can contact us at 905-849-4576.
We are located only 6 min East of Oakville Place and 4 min from Oakville & Milton Humane Society.
The Burlington physio clinic is located only 2 min south of IKEA Burlington and 6 min north of Burlington Golf & Country Club, on Plains Rd East.
