The difference between massage, assisted stretching and physiotherapy
It’s 2024, where many boutique stretching studios have been sprouting up! But what’s the difference between Assisted massage, assisted stretching and physiotherapy? No doubt, they have a few overlaps, although they are all very different practices! Assisted stretching refers to the manipulation of the body to invoke the lengthening of your muscles to increase flexibility and range of motion. Many people use it as a warm-up or cool-down for physical activities, although it’s importance has only gained more popularity in recent times.
All 3 contribute to improving your general health and mobility, and to strengthen specific parts of your body.
In summary, physiotherapy encompasses massage and stretching. However, physiotherapist tend to be expensive as they require many certifications and are managed by the AHPC in Singapore. People who do physiotherapy usually do so for recovery or to resolve a chronic pain/injury. Assisted Stretching and Massage are usually more for relaxation and body maintenance. If you would like to indulge in some maintenance, why not try assisted stretching and massage at Stretchflo?