A muscle that contracts shortens as well, and a result, limits the range of our movements. This gives the sensation of feeling bound and stiffened. It sometimes causes pain and can block movement.

Depending on the problem, the tissue, the location and the stage the person is in, different approaches and techniques can be used for each subject. However, it is always necessary to treat the entire body, not just the part affected by the contracture, as all areas are interconnected.