What is FST?
Stretch to Win® Fascial Stretch Therapy™(or FST™) was first developed by Ann Frederick in 1995 while working with collegiate athletes as a graduate assistant at Arizona State University. In 1997, she conducted a scientific study for her thesis in an attempt to compare a traditional, commonly used stretching technique in sports with what she called at the time “A&F/PNF technique”. Here we provide you her original thesis.
Now commonly called FST, Ann and her husband Chris have co-developed this method into much more than an assisted stretching technique.
They are working with Paul Standley, PhD, Dean of the College of Medicine of the University of Arizona in Phoenix. Until recently Dr. Standley directed his own research team, publishing important research on stretching human cells. He currently also has positions on committees with the Fascia Research Society and the Fascia Research Congress.
Dr. Standley has assigned the Fredericks as mentors working with a medical student from the years 2016 to 2020 to produce evidenced based studies of Stretch to Win® Fascial Stretch Therapy™ and its effects on low back pain. Results from those studies will be posted on this website as they're delivered.
A 2017 FST RESEARCH STUDY shows statistically significant improvements in pain and ADL scores noted in the table. Ranges between 31% and 57% improvement after 1-3 treatments were measured compared to pre treatment time point.
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Benefits of Fascial Stretch Therapy:
Reduce and prevent the risk of injury, especially sprains and strains
Releases chemicals, known as endorphins that act as a natural pain suppressant
Improve/increase circulation, flexibility and range of motion
Reduce or eliminate back problems and pain
Optimize the learning, practice and performance of many types of skilled movements
Promote development of body awareness, and increase balance and symmetry in the body
Enhance your physical fitness, performance and help reach your fitness goals
Reduce muscular soreness and tension
Improve posture and muscle function, which allows your body to move more freely
FST can enhance your quality of life!