Click here to read our full privacy policy. The Mechanisms of Manual Therapy in the Treatment of Musculoskeletal Pain: A Comprehensive Model. I have seen what was thought to be sore shoulders turn into rotator cuff damage and shoulder instability, requiring surgery to correct. Traditional forms of these stretches may contribute to the development of an injury. Some may have a combination of dysplasia, hip socket rotations, femur rotation, and different pelvic alignments. They also tend to have excessively mobile hip capsules, similar to the shoulder. Enseki et al., Nonarthritic Hip Joint Pain: Clinical Practice Guidelines Linked to the International Classification of Functioning, Disability, and Health from Orthopaedic Section of the American Physical Therapy Association. I will then end with some important notes on other joints like the knees, elbows, and spine. Within a few days of modification, advice from a qualified medical provider, and time to heal, issues may resolve quickly. J Hip Preserv Surg (2015) 2 (2):123-135.doi: 10.1093/jhps/hnv017. The main reason as mentioned above is because the stretch pain reported may be coming from a few overlapping body structures, some we should be aiming to target (muscles, fascial tissue, some tendinous) and some we should not be (bony joints, ligaments, capsules, labrums, etc.). This is because a large body of manual therapy and self-soft tissue work does not recommend very intense/painful pressure, or extremely long bouts of foam rolling are needed to gain the positive benefits. I suggest these to outline the complexity of the human body, in hopes that people are more cautious in some flexibility decisions they make. In this sport, training should be very constant since flexibility and coordination must be improved. This finding isnt inherently dangerous, or good as research always has its internal issues. 132 146, Sands WA, McNeal J. . The most popular thought process is that we are affecting resting muscle tone, possibly increasing blood flow, perhaps changing the amount of water hydration level within the muscle or are offering a competitive neurological stimulus for muscle soreness. Before kicking this off, please keep in mind that I wrote an entire book chapter on gymnastics flexibility, which you can download and find for free here. As a result, gymnastic branch-specific stretching exercises increase the balance and flexibility parameters in a positive way; it is thought that the longer duration of training programs will have a positive effect on the athlete's performance. Tissues most commonly targeted are the latissimus dorsi, teres major, and pec muscles. My best recommendation is that people become more familiar with the research, practice, and use of self-soft tissue work. Other forms of stretching like PNF, dynamic stretching, and others appear to be effective when regularly done, Consistency over intensity is a key concept everyone in gymnastics must follow. I think that daily soft tissue care is one important piece of the puzzle. This allows for more inherent weight-bearing stability but may limit the natural mobility the hip can achieve. In parallel to the points made above, it is not that this stretch is inherently bad or dangerous for a gymnast. Physiother Res Int 2002;7:1-13. Nho, et al. 1) improve range of motion and Its important to recognize that the range of motion a gymnasts hip, shoulder, or other joints display are directly related to their underlying anatomy. 2, 3, 4). With this concept of overuse muscular stiffness in mind, I want to pause for a critical point. You can download all three here below, and I will also be sure to share lots of other free resources throughout this blog post for people to use at home. Int J Sports Med. As I mentioned above, research does support specific stretching and soft tissue work, but as one piece to a larger program. An alternative version based on anatomy would be to flatten the spine position as well as the pelvis, and then perform a similar stretch with core/glute engagement. I dont want readers to think static stretching is bad, and that we shouldnt do it. There are many reasons, and I put together this video highlighting how to look for some of the most common ones. This is typically why these gymnasts from a young age enjoy recreational gymnastics. For example, this research study (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26944667) recently looked at x-rays from professional ballet dancers during full straddle splits. Although I highly encourage people to review it and read the evidence for themselves, their thoughts follow in line with the ideas noted above related to changes in sensation or tolerance of stretching, rather than true muscle tissue changes. We all must understand and apply the best available science for hip and shoulder research to avoid excessive strain being placed on the passive structures of gymnasts. Doing slider crawls are a great core training replacement to reduce some of the leg lifts that may be creating ongoing headaches with limited split flexibility. The Layer Concept, Determining the Pain Generators, Pathology, and How Structure Determines Treatment. Ive been fortunate that now after learning from many people and textbooks, I really have a good handle on the concepts that seem to work, and those that dont really tend to make a big difference in the long term. I will dive into this more below. In their concluding paragraphs, they write, Traditionally, rehabilitation literature has attributed increases in muscle extensibility observed after stretching to a mechanical increase in muscle length. It may very well be a minor strain. The research in ballet dancers made me reconsider what must happen at the hip joint go to achieve such large ranges of motion needed for oversplits. Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies, 2004. It has been great to see so many great surgeons, healthcare providers, and strength coaches share their thoughts and describe what still needs to be considered. I hope that this guide can be a place for everyone in gymnastics to find some useful information without feeling so frustrated and overwhelmed. Hip impingementrefers to the femur bone and pelvic bones make contact with each other at extremeranges of motion, most times causing pain andpossiblydamaging the soft tissue in between. The biggest concern I have withthe use of ankle weights is related to two concepts ofhipimpingement and hip instability. This program is a four-day, upper/lower body split. It consists of two upper-body sessions, and two legs and core sessions, hitting each muscle group twice per week. Here are 8 gymnastics exercises that will help improve your flexibility: Pike stretch The pike stretch is great for improving your upper body flexibility. doi:10.1007/s00167-016-4342-4, Kalisvaart MM, Safran MR. Microinstability of the hip-it does exist: etiology, diagnosis, and treatment. That same drill may cause significant pain and limited motion in another gymnast who has very retroverted or less shallow hip joints. I call them 10 Minute Gymnastics Flexibility Circuits. Secondly, I have also found that many gymnasts have significantly increased passive range of motiondue to naturally laxity, but have a notablelack ofactive control for their fullhip ranges. Please keep in mind that application of this material is a personal choice, and in no way is the author responsible for those choices. As a healthcare provider, I regularly perform manual therapy to help with injuries based off a full medical assessment. Many gymnasts may be limited by their bony alignment, differently shaped hips, or less mobile capsule/ ligaments. As a younger coach and medical provider, I absolutely did not study enough and use proper flexibility methods. A growing body of research refutes these mechanical theories, suggesting instead that in subjects who are asymptomatic, increases in muscle extensibility observed immediately after a single stretching session, and after short-term (3-8 week) stretching regimes are predominantly due to modification in subjects sensation. (18). Given all of this, instead of doing twenty to thirty minutes of only stretching exercises, I now feel working in a complex type format is the most beneficial approach. Similar to that point, I would also be very careful about how much pressure the front knee of oversplits is taking, and if you use them try to have the gymnast move their front leg up on the mat more. The on-going process of training will include the development of strength, co-ordination, spatial awareness and the core gymnastics movement skills which are the foundation upon which high level and good quality gymnastics are based. Some studies have correlated a higher Beightons score with increased capsular laxity, including this research study linking a Beighton score over 4 to hip capsular laxity (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5400218/) and this study that discusses the links between shoulder capsular laxity and a high Beightons score (https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4295707/). This helps to enhance strength, power, and reduce the risk of instability- based shoulder injuries. Hip Arhtroscopy and Hip Joint Preservation Surgery. In short, stretching the toe point more may be exaggerating this imbalance, leading to issues both in their injury risk for inversion sprains as noted above but alsoother ankle injuries. Right and Left Leg Split on Line This is why I now mainly approach flexibility in larger complexes. Stretching Skeletal Muscle: Chronic Muscle Lengthening through Sacrocmeregenesis. Cross-body shoulder stretch. This is closely related to the one above, but many of the wobbly ankles come about because the gymnast has lots oflaxityoverall. Arabesque - a body shape on one leg with the other leg extended behind the body And lastly, passive or active flexibility exercises alone will not have a substantial impact on the nervous system to change movement, build strength, or correct technique. Zollner AM., et al. I feel gymnasts should be doing regular soft tissue care routine to combat excessive stiffness that may negatively impact flexibility. In Jeffreys I., Moody J. ISJPT 9(6) 2014. 2007. Strength Work to Opposite Side of Joint It is only one piece of the puzzle that must be used in combination with movement assessments, strength work, technique work, consistent practice, and periodization programs that calculate work to rest ratios. This will raise the body temperature, improve the movement skills which are the foundation upon which high level and cardiovascular system and increase respiratory rate. Instead of just jumping to pushing down the knees of gymnast to get better lines or fix bent knees, I strongly suggest that people take time to figure out why the gymnast has bent knees to start with. Glutes, Deep Hip Rotators, Core, etc. This shallower hip socket, and natural hypermobility, creates a situation where the gymnast cannot afford to have limited dynamic structures for protection. It was found that thirty minutes of supervised hamstring stretching to the point of discomfort, five days per week for six weeks improved overall range of motion but did not increase the muscle extensibility. Konrad A, Tip M. Increased range of motion after static stretching is not due to changes in muscle and tendon structures. Considering what type of ankle work you are doing with a gymnast who has an injury history like this is important for coaches to think about. Itmay cause irritation to the impinged tissue, but also excessive strain to soft tissue and the hip ligaments/capsule that are being stretched with the instability. For example: I do not mention this long list to make people feel uneducated. Please share with your community, and I hope you find it helpful! This is not always the case, but the vast majority of young gymnasts fall into this category once you move past the recreational level. Examination, treatment, intervention, and rehabilitation for athletes should only be performed by a licensed medical professional. By using a variety of drills that include the basic movements (hip extension, shoulder flexion with rotation, etc.) JOSPT November 2014. If you are more curious about learning the medical side of hip injuries in hyper-flexible athletes, I highly recommend reading these articles. Sports Health: A Multidisciplinary Approach 2(2) 2010. Lastly and most importantly, this complex approach tends to create much more engagement from gymnasts, as the longer static holding of flexibility can be very prolonged and monotonous. Bialosky, et al. Open Access Journal of Sports Medicine 2014:5 13-24, Edwards SL, Bell JE, Bigliani LU. Undue force to these passive structures becomes problematic over time as the high force of gymnastics can cause injury. In the long term, the increased strength of the upper back and follow up technique work will solidify the flexibility gains made. It is not always about the length of the muscle at one spot like the hip or shoulder that makes everything goes right. Regular Stretch does not increase muscle extensibility: a randomized control trial. The point is that targeting the soft tissue of the hip flexor and quad may be a more optimal approach. In a study by Zollner et al (17), the researchers looked more at changes in muscle tissue when chronic stretching was used in simulated animal models. Other more naturally stiff individuals who excel in other sports may have a tighter shirt sleeve. Many people say how easy their jumps and skills feel after taking them off, but I think this is a short-lived neurological trick that may not have the best long term carry over. It is worth noting that both authors have extensive experience in elite level gymnastics, spending the majority of their career researching gymnastics biomechanics, injuries, and sports performance. 387 403. Although I know having a fantastic toe point is something all gymnasts and coaches strive for, I personally feel that gymnasts with wobbly ankles or have a history of inversion ankle sprains shouldnt be getting this cranked on. A few very inflexible gymnasts that I have worked with also displayed improvements in hip or shoulder range of motion over time when they used soft tissue work combined with proper stretching/strength programs. Much of the change in gymnastics to prevent these common injuries comes down to applying the research of anatomy as well as stretching and updated commonly used methods that may not fall in line with the literature. Yamaguchi T1, Ishii K, Yamanaka M, Yasuda K. Acute effect of static stretching on power output during concentric dynamic constant external resistance leg extension.J Strength Cond Res. The ligaments and joint capsule, along with the alignment of the ball on the socket, create what is known as the passive structures or stabilizers. Ehmke, R. S. (2006). Current Concepts In Shoulder Examination of The Overhead Athlete. It directly relates to this conversation on the need to understand anatomy, as well as active and passive structures, and knowing where discomfort is or is not expected. The gymnast is depending on those static stability structures because they probably have issues related to their muscles and nervous system not being able to assist withdynamic stability. But, the timiing protocols for these studies were insanely more than and human does, so its likely not the main case for increases in muscle length. Elastic band openers, shoulder circles to mat laying on stomach, PNF techniques A paper by Weppler / Magnussun in 2010 (find it here, A paper by Ben / Harvey in 2010 (find it here, A reduction in the amount of stiffness or compliance within muscles (viscoelasticity), although likely transient, An increase in the length of contractile units within muscles (sarcomeregenesis) especially if eccentrics are used, Increases in the water content, blood flow, and temperature within muscles acutely, A 2018 systematic review by Thomas et al (, The issue is not with use of stretching. Pictures 2 and 3 are showing a dynamic chest stretch over a foam roller where the shoulder blades are held down/ in while the arms slide on the floor from overhead to hip. Keep this position for a couple of seconds and do the same for the other arm. North Am J Sports Phys Ther 1(1):1631, 2006. To really see if it is true I would need a dynamic MRI machine, a super slow motion high def camera, and someone way more technologically savvy than me (anyone want to put in donations?). J Orthop Sports Phys Ther 25:3809, 1997. As mentioned, the important take away here is to focus on things we can change, like the muscles themselves. Straddle Split on Line, kneeling lunge test at wall for Dorsiflexion (wow this video is old! Also, you must remember that immediately following the warm-up genetically go to an event has very high forces. This creates a situation where the femoral head has more access to move in larger ranges of motion, creating significantly more hip mobility in all planes. I agree that research is conflicting on the theoretical mechanisms and effects of soft tissue work, but it seems to be making some positive effect that supports its use. In general, these structures can be lumped into the categories of passive or active, with research outlining this more specifically for the shoulder (1-5) and the hip (5-12). Warning: A non-numeric value encountered in /nfs/c05/h01/mnt/75057/domains/accelprotech.com/html/wp-content/themes/Divi/functions.php on line 5752 Cordasco FA. Although there are conflicting viewpoints on this discussion, I have boiled my thoughts down to three main contributing factors as to why gymnasts may get stiff as they participate in gymnastics. Now after saying that over split training is not inherently dangerous or going to create injury automatically, we all must realize there are severe consequences for not approaching split flexibility correctly. Although its not as common as the hip and shoulder post, I still have seen it quite a few times when in gyms. The main way people approach increasing the flexibility of the active structures is through regular stretching. 0, pp. Keeping this in mind, we need to seriously consider that gymnasts have open growth plates and can suffer from ischial apophysitis or growth plate stress fractures if we blindly force split motion. Neurological vs Mechanical Effects of Stretching, Why We Must Change Certain Stretches for Safety. I also have taken some of the most effective and popular flexibility circuits Ive made for male and female gymnasts and put them into a quick PDF to use in the gym. My thoughts on hip mobility and why we choose certain exercises closely echo my thoughts on shoulder mobility, and I again will not go into much depth as this was covered in an earlier chapter. Take them to a qualified medical professional for an assessment. The search was conducted on PubMed, WOS, Scopus, Sport Discus and Google Scholar databases, and . Then brainstorm how to divide out the group of gymnasts who may or may not fit, and who may need an alternative exercise based on their issues. 115-122, Reinold MM, Curtis AS. They ended up finding changes in range of motion for both groups, with more changes to the muscle tendon stiffness in the Hold Relax group. Its not that we want to freak out every time someone is reporting discomfort in a split. 4 full hip and shoulder circuits in PDF Front splits, straddle splits, handstands and pommel horse/parallel bar flexibility Downloadable checklists to use at practice Exercise videos for every drill included One of the most effective methods that I have come up with to increase flexibility, make changes stick, and not risk injury with aggressive stretching techniques is to work in complexes rather than performing only static or dynamic stretching. What is likely easy for that gymnast to do in a flexibility video online is because she has unique hips. They concluded, that both Hold Relax Stretching and Static Stretching can increase end range of motion, which may be because of the decreases in muscle stiffness and modified stretch tolerance during the stretch application. I feel this may not only foster more compensation, but it may create overload based injuries to muscles and tendons in conjunction with the principles above. Remember the biggest risk factor for an injury is a previous injury, and a lot of it has to do with what got the gymnast there in the first place. Static stretching, dynamic stretching, active flexibility, and PNF stretching (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) are a few popular methods. Simultaneously, draw the foot at the back further behind you. This wraps in not only the passive range but also strength, active control, technique, and many other factors. They tell me they often times find temporary progress, but nothing seems to stick long term and actually show up in their skills. 2008;108:379390. While on this note, there are a few stretches that really need to be advised against in gymnastics. (18, 38-40) I do think its an important distinction, but due to cultural norms for gymnastics, I will not be super specific to go by medical jargon like these terms and more. Slowly stretch into the desired position, as far as possible without pain, and hold the stretch for 15-60 seconds. So here are some main take always to help. J Athl Train 2004;39:254-8. If gymnastics movements are performed properly, the These children are often detected through an early talent identification and are quickly put into competitive team tracks. Soft Tissue care, specific stretching, and eccentrics can help male gymnasts get where they need to be. I often give these circuits for shoulder or hip flexibility assigned as homework before practice or at home. Skills like Shaposh releases for female gymnasts, Tipelts for male gymnasts, and other extreme overhead motion demands require this amount of mobility. For the most part, these structures cannot change too much unless surgery of some nature is performed, or through adaptation across many years as is seen when children grow or participate in overhead throwing sports from a young age. 2014 Jan;28(1):61-8. doi: 10.1519/JSC.0b013e3182956569, Peacock CA, et al. It is common to see many gymnastics strength programs that train a high volume of pull-ups, leg lifts, rope climbs, and push-ups. 0, No. A systematic review. Meyers CA., et al. Its also really important to remember that the upper back, or thoracic spine, and the next play a huge role in shoulder motion. Its not always because they are not trying hard enough. They outline, as do many other great researchers, that correctly performed stretching bouts of 10- 30s that move to tolerable discomfort can be effective. So I know this has been an absolute beast of an article. Long-standing hip micro instability is another concern that may be created without the proper training approach. 10 Minute Gymnastics Flexibility Circuits, Download SHIFT's Free Gymnastics Pre-Hab Guide, I usually start any discussion that I have with coaches or gymnasts related to flexibility on some basic anatomy. However, as noted in earlier chapters their natural hypermobility can be an area of caution. Also, think how they apply to the gymnasts skill profile. flexibility exercises designed to enhance split flexibility. Wilk KE, Arrigo CA, Andrews JR. Current concepts: The stabilizing structures of the glenohumeral joint. However, I have seen these types of problems snowball into huge injuries quickly in gymnasts I treat. Gymnastics training itself may create a position where a gymnast acquired more hypermobility with jumping/lading forces but also the large emphasis on mobility. A possible increase in the levels of chemicals that are natural pain relievers, like enkephlin, within the body. Some of the gymnasts could be born more lax and likely have been successful in gymnastics because of it. The sport of gymnastics is more than just flashy routines you see on the competition stage. Lets dive into some safer and more science-supported methods. Increased flexibility provides the gymnast with a greater range of motion, reduces the chance or severity of injury, and produces a more aesthetic quality to the movements and skills. Opplert J, Babault N. Acute Effects of Dynamic Stretching on Muscle Flexibility and Performance: An Analysis of the Current Literature. I see many shoulder stretches, and hip stretches that I feel are putting a crazy amount of stress on joint capsules and ligaments. This stretching exercise improves strength, stability and flexibility of the entire body. 2015 Jul;7(4):34658. That said, there are certainly changes in muscle stiffness, as well as the length of a muscle, again when appropriately used stretching methods are used. A rolled ankle happens when the gymnast catches their foot into a down and in position (plantar flexion with inversion) leading to the structures on the outside portion of the foot being damaged. They tend to be more biased towards strength or power and less towards inherent flexibility. An Acute Bout of Self-Myofascial Release in the Form of Foam Rolling Improves Performance Testing. If you look down at your arm (and are wearing a shirt) your actual arm within the shirt sleeve represents the first golf ball on a tee bony layer, and the shirt sleeve surrounding the arm represents the second layer made up of joint capsules and ligaments. When this is the case, there may be a more optimal approach based on the anatomy of the shoulder joint. In my mind, these are two different applications of static stretching or foam rolling and should be viewed as having different goals. It only takes one bad landing for the gymnast to suffer a major and possibly career ending injury. I now look back to how I coached and trained as a gymnast 10 years ago, and am blown away with all the things I was doing that were not backed by scientific support. Some degree of abnormal hip bone motion may be needed for success in aesthetic sports. Theankle joint is very far from the hip socket. Huang R, Diaz C, Parvizi J. Acetabular Labral Tears: Focused Review of Anatomy, Diagnosis, and Current Management . Amplitude - refers to the fullness of the movement with respect to flexibility stretch, and height Apparatus - one of the five pieces of hand-held equipment used in rhythmic gymnastics. This may be one reason why so many gymnasts say their hips hurt when they do jumpingdrills, running, or skillswith ankle weights on. Plan J Strength Cond Res. Coaches notice their flexibility or ability to perform lower-level skills well. Oct; 19(4): 747 758. Scapular Muscles, Rotator Cuff, Core, etc. Ive seen hundreds of them and had plenty myself during my years of gymnastics. gymnastics flexibility exercises pdf gymnastics flexibility exercises pdf. Through their chapters, the researchers outline that flexibility training must be viewed in a broader context outside of only aiming to increase joint range of motion. Conflicting Research on Foam Rolling and Other Soft Tissue Care, Why Movement Assessments Are Key For Finding The Root Problem, Components of Splits and Handstand Flexibility, Not Feeding The Fire with Strength and Physical Preparation, How to Help Working In Complexes vs Just Stretching, Points for Knee/Elbow Hyper Extension and Ankle Toe Point Safety. There are usually large groups of people warming up, a limited amount of space, and a limited amount of time. Tones and strengthen muscles Improves posture I feel this approach not only makes more sense from a gymnastics technique point of view, but also incorporates a lot of current scientific research on flexibility, soft tissue work, and human movement. Although research is conflicting, self soft tissue care as is seen with foam rolling and other tools may have a role in reducing perceived soreness and increasing blood flow to muscles. If you are not into that and are just looking for a particular area of the body without the geeky stuff, please click the table of contents below to jump to a certain section. (3). If the ligaments and joint capsules are already hypermobile, and have trouble dealing with high force, and then we add more laxity to them over time, we are likely asking for disaster regarding instability- based shoulder and hip injuries. 389 398, Sands WA, McNeal J. Mobility Development and flexibility in youths. 2013l 8(5) 601 616, Hart E., et al. 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