As we all know, blood is the carrier of many vital nutrients to muscles in our body, such as oxygen and glycogen.
Anyone who sits in traffic or at a computer for long periods of time understands how tight back muscles can become.
You may also know the feeling of inflamed, restless and tired legs from weekend sports or demanding work routines.
Using a foam roller can help to relieve these symptoms, myofascial release from foam rolling is beneficial for assisting with increased blood flow to the areas that need it most.
As well as improving the overall joint range of motion. It is also effective to add foam rolling to your warm up and cool down routine, before and after you exercise.
If you think that you’ll benefit from foam rolling and you’d like to find out more, press the button that’s below to book an appointment with one of our Physios at the Physio Campbelltown practice. Our Physios will be able to tailor a foam rolling exercise plan for you!!! Don’t forget to pick up a foam roller next time that you’re in the Physio Campbelltown practice, it’s available in short, full lengths & half round lengths.
This story was written by Cassandra Pocock Senior Receptionist at the Physiotherapy Campbelltown practice.