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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Here is the answer to your frequently-asked question:

 

Your question was: Do the bands or tubing stretch out over time with repeated use?

Our experts said: All elastic bands and tubing elongate a small amount after their first use; this is a normal process that initially 'sets' the resting length of the elastic band. Once the band has been 'pre-stretched' a few times past 200%, the bands don't stretch out with regular use, as was demonstrated by Patterson et al.

 

TheraBand Tubing: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I print handouts from your website for my clients?
Can I use multiple pieces of bands or tubing to increase the resistance of an exercise?
Can Thera-Band resistance bands / tubing be chewed for oral sensory input exercises?
Do I need to have eye protection while using Thera-Band elastic resistance?
Do the bands or tubing stretch out over time with repeated use?
Do Thera-Band latex bands and tubing contain phthalates, PVC, or lead?
How do bands and tubing compare to free weights (such as dumbbells)?
How many calories are burned when strengthening with elastic resistance?
What color band or tubing should I use?
What is RPE or "Rating of Perceived Exertion"
What is the OMNI Scale, and how is it used?
What resistance or force is produced by the bands and tubing?