Testosterone and Fascia
Testosterone plays a role in tissue elasticity and recovery. Lower levels can contribute to:
Increased fascial stiffness
Reduced mobility
Higher strain on joints and muscles
Why Stretching Isn’t Enough
If the hormonal environment is working against tissue health, stretching alone often doesn’t create lasting change.
This is why stiffness isn’t always a musculoskeletal problem — it may be systemic.
Stretching can temporarily improve range of motion, but it doesn’t always address the underlying reason tissues feel tight. If the hormonal environment is working against tissue health, the fascia may continue to lose elasticity and resilience—causing stiffness to return shortly after stretching.
This is why chronic tightness isn’t always a purely musculoskeletal issue. It can be systemic, influenced by hormones, stress, sleep, nutrition, and overall recovery capacity.
At R3 Physio, we look beyond isolated symptoms to understand why your body is responding the way it is, so treatment creates lasting change, not just short-term relief.
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