Foam Roller Benefits with Rainier Sports & Spinal Rehab

Our sports chiropractor in Puyallup and the wellness staff at Rainier Sports & Spinal Rehab use a variety of natural techniques to support your health and injury recovery. One of the tools we advise is the use of foam rollers to assist in your stretching and pain relief.

A foam roller is an easily transported tool that you can use at home or in our Puyallup, WA office that provides relief of muscle tension and supports an increased range of motion. Foam rollers look like thicker pool noodles and are available in a variety of lengths. Our sports chiropractor in Puyallup will help you select the type, length, and size of the roller that will best fit your needs. Some of the benefits of including foam roller exercises into your routine include:

• Releasing muscle tension, including scar tissue
• Improving flexibility
• Allowing for a deeper stretch that enhances your joint range of motion
• Alleviating pain from tight muscles
• Massage-like feeling that promotes relaxation and peace
• Enhances overall balance
• Strengthens your core

Using Foam Rollers in Puyallup, WA

A foam roller for stretching is one of the simplest ways to incorporate this tool into your workout sessions. Place the roller on the floor and then position the tight muscles on the roller. Gently move back and forth as you locate the spot that feels the greatest tension and then maintain this position for 15 to 30 seconds. Breathe normally as you enjoy the stretch. You can use the roller on muscles such as the front and backs of your legs, your lower back and your arms and shoulders. Our sports chiropractor in Puyallup will show you how to use the foam roller at home for the most pain relief and stretching benefits. You can use the roller daily with stretching exercises. We may also show you strengthening and balancing exercises using the roller. The intensity of your workout depends on your condition and health goals.

To learn more about foam rollers and how they fit into your chiropractic care program, please contact Rainer Sports & Spinal Rehab today at 253-445-0440.

How have foam rollers fit into your healing and workout routines?