microStretching® – Beyond Stretching

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microStretching® is a specialized evidence based system of stretching. Our research focused on stretch intensity and the inflammatory response. Research by Dr. Nikos C. Apostolopoulos was the first to examine human subjects, blood biomarkers (hs-CRP) and stretch intensity as published in his book, Stretch Intensity and the Inflammatory Response – A Paradigm Shift.

“This is a technique that’s new, very unique and I think it’s kind of going to be revolutionary to the way that manual therapists, especially in my practice, start to utilize.” – Dr. Danny K

Beyond Stretching

microStretching® represents a paradigm shift in stretching. Unlike other forms of stretching, this low intensity passive and active stretching system developed by Dr. Nikos Apostolopoulos is focused on the 4 Rs (recovery, regeneration, rehabilitation, and restoration) of the body.

To explain the “why” this gentle force influences the body both at the macro- and microscopic levels, microstretching refers to concepts such as mechanotransduction and tensegrity, the proprioceptive tissues, and the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

microStretching® looks at the body multidimensionally, that all the systems of the body (i.e., musculoskeletal, neural, endocrine, hormonal, cardiovascular etc) are connected holistically ensuring its homeostasis. For instance, by decreasing the sympathetic tone of overactive muscles, identifying compensatory shifts and patterns related to previous injuries or traumas, and the activation of the parasympathetic nervous system, individuals begin to understand how the body is interconnected, that the smallest effect in one part of the body can have repercussions somewhere else. microStretching® helps develop that awareness both physically and mentally.

Welcome to the movement

Congratulations!

new microstretching® providers

christina Drew, PT

Evan, Chiropractor

Melissa, RMT

Our PArtners

microStretching® is now in different clinics across the Greater Toronto Area and Vancouver. This evidence based approach is provided by physiotherapists, chiropractors, athletic therapists, massage therapists, kinesiologists and manual osteopaths. For a full list of our providers visit ‘Certified Providers’. microStretching® is offered at some of the following clinics.

MyPhysio Sports and Rehab Centre (Vaughan)
The Centre for Physical Health (Ajax)
Kinetic Physiotherapy (Burlington)
Modern Health and Performance (London)
KinLab (Vancouver)
Flxme Stretch Therapy (Toronto)
Eikonic Health and Wellness (Vaughan)
Vital Balance Therapy (Vancouver)
Kerto High Performance Training (Markham)
Kinnected Chain Rehab Centre (Markham)

Associated Benefits of microStretching®

Low Stress, Big Impact

Improved Range of Motion

Decreased Pain

Decreased Tension

Improved Circulation

Improved Quality of Sleep

Improved Performance & Recovery

What people say...

"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."

"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."

"I would strongly recommend this technique not only as a modality for physical healing but as another alternative therapy method for emotional healing."

"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!"

I encourage everyone to learn the principles and protocols of microStretching to bolster their existing skills and knowledge around rehabilitation, recovery, sport performance and overall health and fitness.”

"I have been using Nikos's method with a patient with fibromyalgia and we're getting a really good response versus other forms of therapy she has received. These other forms of manual therapy can be pretty rough. She said something remarkable and asked me what I thought because all the symptoms went away and now she can begin to load with exercise"

I injured my hamstring while playing tennis that crippled me for the rest of the day. Nikos put together a stretching protocol and in just 4 days I was back on the court, no pain. It worked so well I felt like a young man again"

Best course I've taken!! Game changer

Such a great course! Direct clinical applications!

"Revolutionary" - Paradigm Shift

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