Practical recommendations on stretching exercise: A Delphi consensus statement of international research experts.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Stretching has wide appeal, but there seems to exist some mismatch between its purported applications and what the evidence shows. There is compelling evidence for some stretching applications, but for others, the evidence seems heterogeneous or unsupportive. The discrepancies even affect some systematic reviews, possibly due to heterogeneous eligibility criteria and search strategies. This consensus paper seeks to unify the divergent findings on stretching and its implications for both athletic performance and clinical practices by delivering evidence-based recommendations.

Methods

A panel of 20 experts with a blend of practical experience and scholarly knowledge was assembled. The panel meticulously reviewed existing systematic reviews, defined key terminologies

SUBMITTER: Warneke K 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12305623 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jun

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature