Which of the Following Best Describes the "Stretch Window," or the Optimal

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the "stretch window," or the optimal time in which to stretch following heating of a tissue?

A) A period of time in which tissue temperature will continue to rise and stretching should be done following this waiting period
B) A period of time in which stretching should be applied, as the change in tissue temperature is likely at peak
C) A period of time in which metabolic activity of the tissues is greatest, thus stretching has the greatest opportunity to increases tissue healing
D) A period of time in which strengthening exercises are recommended due to increased blood flow in the area heated