Starting your workout with 10 minutes of foam rolling is recommended in current research. A 10 minute targeted “self-massage” using a foam roll helps to alleviate muscle knots and tangles that restrict blood flow and muscle elasticity. This tool can help decrease back pain, tight hamstrings, and shoulder tension.
At the Winchester Institute, Dr. Haggerty incorporates foam rolling routines with patients who show signs of joint and muscle restriction. This form of active treatment has helped increase patient healing time and helps involve patients in their healthcare routine.