Over the past decade, there has been emerging research that provides new insight into flexibility training. Researchers have provided updated evidence on the efficacy of popular flexibility techniques such as static stretching, dynamic stretching, and self-myofascial rolling. This new evidence has created suggested guidelines for integrated pre-exercise warm-up, post-exercise cool-down, and dedicated flexibility training sessions. This presentation is for the occupational therapist who desires an evidence-based update on flexibility training.
Live Webinar
Thu, Sep 17, 2026 at 3:00 pm EDTCEUs/Hours Offered: AOTA/0.1 Intermediate, OT Service Delivery, Foundational Knowledge, 16830; CE Broker/1.0 CE Broker #20-1399633; IACET/0.1; NBCOT PDUs/1.25 Intermediate, Rehabilitation
Learning Outcomes
- After this course, participants will be able to analyze the latest flexibility guidelines for common types of stretching and myofascial interventions to support everyday occupations.
- After this course, participants will be able to differentiate the latest research evidence on common types of stretching and myofascial interventions used to enhance flexibility.
- After this course, participants will be able to analyze the latest recommendations for integrated flexibility interventions for warm-up, cool-down, and for chronic changes.
Agenda
| 0-5 Minutes | Background, review of learning outcomes |
| 5-30 Minutes | Flexibility, mobility, and related factors. Potential causes of poor flexibility and rationale for flexibility training. |
| 30-50 Minutes | Scientific concepts of flexibility training and evidence-based guidelines for static stretching, dynamic stretching, and self-myofascial rolling |
| 50-55 Minutes | Integrated flexibility programming strategies and the role of the occupational therapist |
| 55-60 Minutes | Summary; Q&A |
Presented By
Scott Cheatham
PhD, DPT, OCS, ATC, CSCS
Dr. Scott Cheatham, Ph.D. DPT, ATC, CSCS, is a Full Professor and Associate Chair in the Department of Kinesiology at CSU Dominguez Hills in Carson, California. He is owner of SportsPhysioRX a sports and orthopedic physical therapy organization. Dr. Cheatham received his Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Physical Therapy. He is a Certified Athletic Trainer (ATC) and Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). He also holds several fitness certifications and is a certified ergonomic specialist. Dr. Cheatham is a national presenter for various organizations and has authored over 200 peer-reviewed publications, textbook chapters, conference/seminar presentations, and home-study courses on sports medicine, orthopedics, and health & fitness. Dr. Cheatham is the co-editor-in-chief for the Journal of Fitness, Wellness, and is part of the editorial board for the Journal of Sport Rehabilitation. Dr. Cheatham is an education and research consultant for various health and fitness organizations. His current clinical practice includes sports medicine, orthopedics, and sports performance training.
Dr. Cheatham is an education and research consultant for various health and fitness organizations. His research interests include myofascial interventions and the efficacy of interventions for various musculoskeletal pathologies. His current clinical practice includes sports medicine, general orthopedics, and sports performance training.
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