Assisted Stretching in Haywards Heath
Feeling stiff, tight or less flexible than you’d like? Discover how one-to-one Assisted Stretching can help you move more comfortably.
Whether you spend long hours sitting at a desk, enjoy regular exercise or simply feel that your muscles aren’t as flexible as they used to be, Assisted Stretching offers a personalised way to work on your mobility.
At The Physio Therapy Centre in Haywards Heath, our Sports & Rehabilitation Therapist, Chris Dumbrell, provides individual Assisted Stretching sessions tailored to your needs and abilities.
You don’t need to be injured, experiencing pain or particularly sporty to benefit.
Our sessions are available for 30 minutes (£40) or 45 minutes (£50), with convenient free onsite parking.
What Is Assisted Stretching?
Assisted Stretching is a one-to-one service designed to help improve flexibility, mobility and range of movement while reducing feelings of stiffness and muscle tightness.
Unlike stretching on your own, Assisted Stretching involves a trained therapist gently guiding and supporting your body through a series of controlled stretches.
Chris can help you work on areas that may be difficult to stretch effectively yourself, adjusting each movement to your comfort and individual range of movement.
Sessions are personalised rather than following a fixed routine, so you can focus on the areas where you feel you would benefit most.
Who Can Benefit From Assisted Stretching?
Assisted Stretching isn’t just for athletes or people recovering from injuries.
It may appeal to a wide range of people, including those who:
Spend long periods sitting and experience tightness or stiffness.
Exercise regularly and want to maintain flexibility alongside their training.
Feel less mobile as they get older and want to stay comfortable with everyday movements.
Have physically demanding jobs and frequently experience muscle tightness.
Want to improve flexibility but struggle to stretch effectively on their own.
Simply enjoy looking after their body and want to make stretching part of their regular routine.
Whether your goal is to feel less stiff getting up from your desk, move more comfortably during exercise or maintain flexibility, Chris will tailor the session to you.
For those looking to build strength and improve mobility through exercise, we also offer Rehabilitation & Exercise sessions, including small-group classes and personalised one-to-one rehabilitation.
How Does Assisted Stretching Work?
Your session begins with a brief discussion about your mobility, areas of tightness and what you’d like to achieve.
Chris will then guide you through a selection of supported stretches, working within your comfortable range of movement.
Depending on your needs, sessions may focus on areas such as your hips, hamstrings, calves, shoulders, back or other muscle groups.
The stretches are carefully controlled, with Chris adjusting the position and intensity according to your feedback.
You remain in control throughout the session. Stretching should feel comfortable and purposeful, not forced or excessively painful.
You may also receive advice about simple stretches you can continue independently between appointments.
What Are the Benefits of Assisted Stretching?
Regular Assisted Stretching may help you:
Improve or maintain flexibility and joint range of movement.
Reduce feelings of muscle tightness and stiffness.
Feel more comfortable during everyday movements.
Support mobility alongside your usual exercise or sporting activities.
Develop greater awareness of your body’s movement and flexibility.
Some people simply enjoy the opportunity to spend dedicated time working on their mobility with professional guidance.
The effects vary between individuals, and lasting improvements in flexibility generally require consistent practice.
Meet Chris – Your Assisted Stretching Therapist
Assisted Stretching sessions at The Physio Therapy Centre are provided by Chris Dumbrell, our Sports & Rehabilitation Therapist.
Chris works with people looking to improve movement, mobility and physical confidence, as well as those recovering from sports injuries or working towards individual rehabilitation goals.
He has also undertaken specialist training in assisted clinical stretching techniques through OMT Training.
His approach is friendly, practical and tailored to each individual, whether you’re an experienced exerciser or completely new to stretching.
Alongside Assisted Stretching, Chris also offers Sports Injury Treatment & Rehabilitation for people recovering from injuries or looking to return to sport.
Choose Your Assisted Stretching Session
30-Minute Assisted Stretching – £40
A shorter session, ideal if you’d like to concentrate on one or two particular areas, such as tight hamstrings, hips or shoulders.
It’s also a convenient introduction to Assisted Stretching if you’ve never tried it before.
45-Minute Assisted Stretching – £50
Our longer session provides additional time to work through a broader range of stretches or give more attention to several areas of the body.
A good choice if you’re looking for a more comprehensive stretching session.
Both appointments are individual, one-to-one sessions with Chris.
Assisted Stretching or Sports Massage – What's the Difference?
Although both services can form part of your approach to looking after your body, they work in different ways.
Sports Massage primarily uses hands-on soft tissue techniques to address muscle discomfort, tension and tightness.
Assisted Stretching focuses on guided, supported movements intended to improve flexibility and range of movement.
Some people prefer one service over the other, while others may find that both have a useful place in their routine.
Chris provides both services and can help you understand which may be most suitable for your goals.
Find out more about our Sports Massage treatments.
Frequently Asked Questions
A 30-minute session costs £40, and a 45-minute session costs £50.
Both are private, one-to-one appointments with Chris at The Physio Therapy Centre in Haywards Heath.
No. Assisted Stretching should be carried out within your comfortable range of movement.
You may feel a gentle stretching sensation, but movements should never be forced or excessively painful.
Chris will regularly check how you’re feeling and adjust each stretch accordingly.
Not at all.
Assisted Stretching is suitable for people with different levels of fitness and flexibility.
You might be a regular runner, someone who works at a desk or simply someone who wants to feel less stiff during everyday life.
Comfortable clothing that allows you to move freely is ideal.
Sportswear, leggings, shorts or comfortable tracksuit bottoms are all suitable.
That depends on your goals and how you respond.
Some people may enjoy occasional sessions as part of their general wellbeing routine, while others may prefer regular appointments when working on flexibility.
Chris can discuss what might be appropriate for you.
Assisted Stretching may help with feelings of muscle tightness, but it isn’t a substitute for assessment and treatment of an underlying painful condition.
If you’re experiencing significant, persistent or unexplained back pain, a Physiotherapy assessment may be more appropriate before beginning a stretching programme.
The 30-minute session is ideal for concentrating on particular areas of tightness or trying Assisted Stretching for the first time.
The 45-minute session gives Chris more time to work through a wider selection of stretches and focus on multiple areas.
Yes. Chris offers both services, so you can book them separately according to your needs.
They are distinct appointments, and he can discuss which approach may best suit your goals.
Ready to Feel More Flexible?
Whether you want to address everyday stiffness, support your sporting activities or simply dedicate some time to improving your mobility, Assisted Stretching is a great place to start.
Book a personalised session with Chris at The Physio Therapy Centre in Haywards Heath, with free onsite parking and a friendly, welcoming environment.
Alternatively, contact our friendly reception team or call 01444 450162 to find out more.