Vol. 4, Issue 1, Part E (2018)

Abstract
Background: Muscle tightness may be a common impact of aging caused because of cross-linking of fibers. The joints become stiffer and less flexible as we tend to age. The cartilage could begin to rub along and wear away with time. Hamstring muscle is one of the common muscles found to be tight in an individual and is the potential cause for low back issues altering the lumbopelvic rhythm in them. Flexibility may be hindered for a number of reasons, one of which is fascia restrictions. M2T blade is a new Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) new tool that enables clinicians to assess, detect, and treat individuals diagnosed with scar tissue, adhesions, and soft tissue dysfunction. Various studies have compared numerous techniques to see which technique is best for increasing joint range of motion (ROM). However, there is dearth of literature on use of IASTM on hamstring tightness in elderly.