Medically Based
STRETCH
Our Philosophy
Medically Based STRETCH was developed by a veteran physical therapist as a comprehensive program for healthcare professionals and movement specialists. Whether you are a physical therapist, PTA, exercise physiologist, personal trainer, or stretch specialist, this program equips you to deliver Medically Based STRETCH services at your clinic, independent facility, or as a standalone practice.
Grounded in anatomy, biomechanics, and therapeutic science, our approach goes beyond traditional flexibility work. We believe in treating the whole person through multiple modalities — stretching, laser therapy, resistance training, and more — to achieve measurable, lasting results that patients can feel and clinicians can document.
Patient education is a core part of our approach — a skilled service that directly improves outcomes and builds long-term patient relationships.
In-Person Classes Now Available
We are now hosting Medically Based STRETCH classes at our West Erie Fyzical location. Learn hands-on techniques directly from our team in a clinical setting. Contact us for upcoming class schedules and registration.
Built for Healthcare Professionals
Treat the Whole Person
Our approach integrates stretch with other modalities — laser, shock wave, resistance training — to address the complete picture, not just isolated symptoms.
Clinically Guided Protocols
Every stretch technique is grounded in anatomy, biomechanics, and therapeutic science. This is not spa stretching — it is medically based intervention.
Developed by a Veteran PT
Created by a veteran physical therapist with decades of clinical experience, our program is designed for healthcare professionals and movement specialists to perform at clinics, independent facilities, or as a standalone practice.
Cash-Based Revenue Stream
Medically Based STRETCH is an ideal cash-based service that complements insurance-based care. Diversify your revenue while delivering premium patient experiences.
For All Healthcare Professionals
Physical therapists, PTAs, exercise physiologists, personal trainers, stretch specialists, chiropractors, and other healthcare providers — whether at a clinic, independent facility, or on your own.
Measurable Outcomes
Track range of motion improvements, functional gains, and patient satisfaction. Pair with the Longivica Pro™ assessment app for comprehensive outcome documentation and fully customizable service recommendations.
Common Questions About STRETCH
Carl, one of our stretch specialists, answers the questions we hear most often — what STRETCH is, who it helps, and how often clients should come.
What is STRETCH?
A holistic, full-body assisted stretching program — completely tailored to each client. 45 minutes of hands-on work plus 15 minutes of recovery.
Who Benefits?
Athletes, post-PT patients looking to maintain gains, and anyone with balance issues or asymmetry from tightness or weakness.
How Often?
Depends on your goals and budget — anywhere from 3x/week to once a month. Most clients come once a week.
Training Manuals
Comprehensive guides designed to help you master Medically Based STRETCH, build your practice, and deliver better patient outcomes.
The Business of STRETCH
Build & Scale Your Stretch Practice
A comprehensive business guide for healthcare professionals looking to add Medically Based STRETCH as a revenue-generating service line. Covers business models, pricing strategies, marketing, staffing, scheduling templates, and cash-based service integration.
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Core Principles of Performing Medically Based STRETCH
The Clinical Foundation for Practitioners
The essential clinical manual for practitioners performing Medically Based STRETCH. Covers anatomy, biomechanics, core stretching principles, assessment protocols, and technique foundations. Designed for physical therapists, PTAs, exercise physiologists, personal trainers, and stretch specialists.
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Medically Based STRETCH Specialist Certification
A two-day, hands-on certification designed for healthcare professionals and clinical exercise specialists who want to add Medically Based STRETCH to their skill set. Maximum 8 participants for extensive hands-on practice and individualized coaching.
Hear from Carl, Stretch Specialist
Learn what STRETCH is, who it helps, and what a typical session looks like — straight from one of our certified specialists.
Medically Based STRETCH Specialist
Comprehensive 2-Day Certification Program
Who This Course Is For
The ideal participant already has a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and movement, and is looking to develop the hands-on techniques and clinical reasoning needed to deliver high-quality stretch sessions.
Your Instructors
Led by Christopher Bailey, owner of North Penn Performance™ and a veteran physical therapist who developed the Medically Based STRETCH approach. Chris is joined by two experienced stretch specialists from the North Penn Performance™ team, giving you a 3-to-8 instructor-to-participant ratio that you will not find in most continuing education courses.
Day 1: Foundations + Clinical Application
Module 1: The Philosophy of Medically Based STRETCH
What makes this approach different from general flexibility training. Positioning stretching as both a clinical and performance service. Contraindications review including blood clots, recent surgical history, active vertigo, specific cancers, rheumatological disorders in acute flare-up, and significantly elevated blood pressure.
Module 2: Joint vs. Muscle Stretching
How to distinguish between joint capsule restrictions and muscular limitations. Assessing where the limitation is actually coming from. Practical application for hips, shoulders, spine, and ankles.
Module 3: Movement Assessment & Identifying Restrictions
Quick screens to identify asymmetries and compensations in under five minutes. Using movement analysis tools to support your findings and turn them into a clear plan for each client.
Module 4: Structuring a Stretch Session
Building a consistent, repeatable session that feels premium. Clients maximize their hands-on time by warming up at home beforehand, so sessions go straight into targeted stretching and integration. Creating a session flow that is efficient, effective, and high-value from start to finish.
Module 5: Hands-On Lab — Upper Body + Spine
The afternoon of Day 1 is all hands-on. Practice shoulder, thoracic spine, and cervical spine techniques with a partner while receiving real-time coaching and feedback from all three instructors.
Day 2: Advanced Application + Business Integration
Module 6: Lower Body & Full-Body Integration
Hip, knee, ankle, and full kinetic chain stretching. Linking upper and lower body restrictions together and creating full-session flows that address the whole person.
Module 7: Working with Medically Complex Clients
Post-surgical precautions for shoulder, knee, hip, and spine procedures. Red flags and contraindications. How to modify stretches safely and confidently to serve a wider range of clients.
Module 8: Recovery Tools Integration
When and how to integrate Hyperice percussion devices, massage balls, soft tissue tools, and the Hyperice Venom Belt into your sessions. Combining stretch with recovery tools improves outcomes and increases perceived value.
Module 9: Hands-On Lab — Full Session Execution
Perform a complete stretch session from start to finish while receiving real-time coaching and refinement. The goal is to leave this lab feeling confident and efficient enough to start seeing clients immediately.
Module 10: Sales & Client Conversion Training
The module most clinical courses skip entirely. The Patient Trust Matrix for building value before discussing price. The Law of Averages for removing emotion from the selling process. Scripts for memberships, packages, and upgrades you can start using right away.
Case Review: Kim Turner, Exercise Physiologist
Kim shared that becoming a stretch specialist has completely changed the way she helps clients and has opened up more opportunities for her professionally. When she first graduated with her exercise physiology degree, one of her biggest questions was, "What kind of job can I even get with this degree?"
Even though she found a job she enjoyed creating workout programs and wellness routines for a large local company gym, adding hands-on assisted stretching gave her another level of tools to help people. She said that combining stretching with exercise has helped her clients reach their goals faster and, in some cases, achieve results they were not getting from exercise alone. The stretching helps improve movement, flexibility, recovery, and overall performance in a way that works really well alongside personal training.
Kim also shared that adding stretch services has helped her grow financially and professionally. Many clients now come to her for both stretching and personal training, which has increased her schedule and helped her build a larger client base. She has also seen a lot of growth through word-of-mouth referrals because clients are seeing real results and telling others about their experience.
Overall, she feels that becoming a stretch specialist has allowed her to create more value for clients while also creating more career and income opportunities for herself.
Video Testimonial
Kim will share how becoming a stretch specialist has improved the value she delivers to her clients and changed her career.
Business Owner Intensive
Private 3-Hour Strategy Session with Chris Bailey & Karla Maza
While course participants receive their stretch sessions during the hands-on labs, business owners have the option to join a separate intensive with Chris and Karla. Karla is Chris's business partner who helped develop the Medically Based STRETCH program, and together they will work with you to build a stretching program inside your business.
Certification & Takeaways
This course was built from real clinical and business experience. It is designed for both client outcomes and revenue generation, so you leave knowing how to deliver great stretch sessions and how to build a sustainable practice around them. Everything you learn is immediately applicable — the goal is for you to be ready to start seeing clients the following Monday.
Optional Add-On: Ongoing Implementation Guidance & Support
Continue your growth after certification with ongoing coaching, implementation guidance, and support from the North Penn Performance™ team. Contact us for details and pricing.
June 11–12, 2026 · Erie, PA · Max 8 spots
Contact us for group discounts or questions about the course.
Who It's For
Our Medically Based STRETCH program is designed for anyone who wants to deliver clinically grounded stretch services — whether at a clinic, an independent facility, or on your own. Physical therapists, PTAs, exercise physiologists, personal trainers, stretch specialists, chiropractors, and other healthcare providers can all use this program to build or deepen their stretch practice.
Free E-Books for Your Profession
Discover how Medically Based STRETCH can specifically help you in your role. Select your profession below and get a free guide tailored to your practice.
All Three Services Work Together
STRETCH, Laser Pro, and Longivica Pro are designed to be used together to maximize both client outcomes and sales. Longivica Pro identifies what clients need, STRETCH and laser deliver the treatment, and the biological age score keeps them motivated to return.
Laser Pro
Combine Medically Based STRETCH with laser therapy for enhanced tissue healing and pain reduction. Allocate approximately 15 minutes per modality treatment for optimal scheduling. Our laser training resources complement stretch protocols for a comprehensive treatment approach.
Note: Laser performer requirements vary by state practice act. Some states allow trained technicians; others require a PT or PTA. STRETCH, however, can be performed by anyone.
Learn about Laser ProLongivica Pro™
Longivica Pro is an assessment app that evaluates strength, mobility, balance, and cardiovascular longevity measures. It identifies flexibility and mobility deficiencies, then generates fully customizable service recommendations — including stretch therapy. If limited ankle dorsiflexion is noted, the app recommends stretching to improve ankle mobility and squat function.
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Chris AI for STRETCH
The same AI-powered training assistant that's helping clinicians master laser therapy is coming to STRETCH. Ask questions about protocols, patient positioning, selling stretch services, and more — all trained on Chris Bailey's Medically Based STRETCH methodology.
Interested in Our Manuals or Courses?
Whether you are interested in our training manuals, in-person courses, group pricing, or just want to learn more about our Medically Based STRETCH approach, we would love to hear from you.
Training Manuals
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In-Person Courses
2-day hands-on training at our West Erie Fyzical location — $599 per attendee.
Volume & Group Pricing
Group discounts available — contact us for details.