Active Isolated Stretching (AIS) is a style of rehabilitation developed by Aaron L. Mattes. It is the result of years of laboratory research, experimentation, and experience in clinical treatment and sports medicine. AIS uses repeated 1.5-2 second stretches to gently and effectively increase flexibility and the ability of the body to deliver blood, oxygen, and nutrients to its cells. The integration of your nervous system with your muscles is enhanced, allowing for improved coordination. AIS can help relieve muscle soreness and spasm, address chronic pain, help the recovery from injury as well as reduce the likelihood of becoming injured in the first place.

AIS is a very thorough method of stretching that not only works with major muscle groups, but also focuses in on specific, less obvious muscles that can make a difference in the success of your program. While no therapy can guarantee success 100% of the time, AIS combined with the proper strengthening exercises has made and continues to make a positive impact on the lives of people from all walks of life, from professional and Olympic athletes to those who want to enjoy their daily activities.