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Stretching Re-Defined & Re-Purposed

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Why is microStretching® different?

A recovery-regeneration modality

microStretching® is not about stretching, it is about aiding in the recovery and regeneration of the body with low intensity passive static stretching. However improvements in both passive and active ranges of motion are commonly observed.

Zero Muscle Activation

microStretching® exercises are based on the priniciple of stability, balance, and control (SBC). microStretching® does not use any muscle activation techniques (i.e., PNF stretching).

Less is more

The greatest "gain is made with no pain". microStretching® is an "out of box, paradigm shift" technique where the intensity of the stretch will surprise your athletes, patients, and yourself.

Supported by evidence based research

Dr. Apostolopoulos's research was the first to investigate low intensity passive static stretching, inflammation, and human participants. His research is published by Springer-Nature (Stretch Intensity and the Inflammatory Response-A Paradigm Shift).

Relaxing

With microstretching® one notices a greater relaxation during treatment.

As a pioneer in the field of Sports and Exercise Medicine in Canada, I have had the opportunity to meet and associate with numerous individuals and sports organizations, nationally and internationally. One such individual has been Dr. Nikos C. Apostolopoulos, an internationally renowned recovery and regeneration specialist, founder of Stretch Therapy® and microStretching®. What makes my association with him unique is that I was witness to the development of stretch therapy® and microstretching® from its inception in the early 1990’s in Vancouver, BC, Canada. Being one of the first to recognize its place in recovery and regeneration, and rehabilitation medicine, I often referred our most difficult patients, those who did not respond to traditional forms of therapy to him, with them often returning with great success during follow-ups. What puzzled them, and this is still true of today, is that they often commented that during treatment they did not feel anything but afterwards noticed a great difference. As CMO for the NBA Grizzlies, a number of senior players with complex MSK problems particularly muscle tightness and spasm were treated by Nikos. Nikos, with microStretching®, turned these players around to play very effectively and he still treats a number of them in their retirement. Nikos’s work has and continues to be groundbreaking. A huge testament to the effectiveness of microStretching® was confirmed by his PhD research, specifically the benefits associated with low-intensity passive static stretching (microStretching®). His research was instrumental in ushering in a huge paradigm shift with regards to stretching and its use for the recovery and regeneration of MSK tissue. microStretching® has filled a huge void between injury and return-to-play for athletes, as well as increasing the quality of life for numerous individuals suffering from various MSK injuries and issues. In short, I encourage you to reach out to Nikos and learn more for his work has become a gold standard in recovery and regeneration, and physical rehabilitation.
Dr Jack Taunton MSc, MD, Dip Sports Medicine (CASEM), MCFP (SEM), FACSMAllan McGavin Sports Medicine Centre, University of British Columbia, Chief Medical Officer America's Masters Games
Dr. Nikos Apostolopoulos is a world expert in regeneration and recovery. His pioneering work in the areas of microstretching and the inflammatory response to stretching intensity have contributed to a paradigm shift in how we think about stretching. Nikos has supported his initial clinical observations and experiences of how the body responds to stretching intensity with growing scientific evidence. He is a thinker that has a true passion for what he does.
Rick Celebrini PhD, PTDirector of Sports Medicine & Performance, Golden State Warriors - NBA
I am medical doctor who has worked in general practice and hospital-based medicine for many years. I have had numerous treatments with the microstretching technique for specific muscle and ligamentous injuries related to my sporting activities. Because of the significant relaxation benefits that I experienced; I have returned numerous times in an uninjured state to continue to benefit from the psychological benefits of the technique. This  benefit was not something i expected going into treatment.  On an emotional level, I found the sessions themselves put me in a very relaxed and peaceful state; on a physical level after treatments, my body felt more balanced. I think this technique has a significant healing benefit, and the science behind decreasing inflammation through the technique makes sense to me. I would strongly recommend this technique not only as a modality for physical healing but as another alternative therapy method for emotional healing.
Dr. Patrick Mallete MD
I have coached high school and junior athletes and teams for 37 years and have spent the last 30 years coordinating some of the best coaches and sport scientists from around the world for our NACACTFCA Congress. I became aware of Nikos Apostolopoulos and microStretching® over a decade ago, began to apply it in my athletic programs, and eventually was able to work closely with Nikos from 2018 until today. His approach is refreshing, easily incorporated into any team or individual situation, scientifically based, practical, and very effective. I have also worked with many high-level coaches who have utilized the microStretching® principles and have only heard tremendously positive results!
RICHIE MERCADOSecretary of North America, Central America and Caribbean Track & Field Coaches Association (NACACTFCA)
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Notable Athletes and Organizations

Mitch Marner - Toronto Maple Leafs (NHL)

Dr. Nikos Apostolopoulos

Founder of Stretch Therapy® and microStretching®

Dr. Nikos Apostolopoulos has worked with numerous notable athletes and sports organziations.

NBA: Ray Allen, Glen Robinson, Dennis Scott, Darvin Ham, Sam Cassell, Brent Barry. 

NHL: Mitch Marner, Anthony Cirelli, Michael Dal Cole, Zach Bogosian, Trevor Linden, Alexander Mogilny, Dave Scatchard. Henrik and Daniel Sedin, Dave Babych, Adrian Aucoin, Enrico Ciccone, Christian Dvorak, Todd Bertuzzi, Scotty Walker, Bret Hedican, Brent Sopel, Peter Schaefer

Organizations: Milwaukee Bucks (NBA), Vancouver Grizzlies (NBA), Vancouver Canucks (NHL) Whitecaps FC (MLS), Toronto FC (MLS), Wolverhampton Wanderers (EPL), Newcastle United (EPL), Rochester Nighthawks, (NLL), Halifax Thunderbirds (NLL) St. Helens RFC (Super League-Rugby League), United Kingdom Athletics (UKA), English Institute of Sport (EIA), North American Central American Caribbean Track and Field Coaches Association, (NACACTFA), Canadian Women’s Wheelchair Basketball.

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