Do I Need A Foot Stretcher?

Hi guys

I have had a few girls ask me lately whether they should invest in a device to increase their pointe range. I am pretty sceptical of some of these, and I have never had a girl who has not had dramatic increases in range of pointe when doing the exercises described in the book, especially when combined with good hands on treatment. So, really, I see no need, and possible harm by placing your foot designed to "Stretch your ligaments". Your feet have ligaments for a reason! To hold the little bones of the feet together! I feel it is a much better, and safer solution to work on loosening any muscles that may be restricting your range, and strengthening other muscles to make the most of your range. Improved range is useless, and dangerous without strength. As you strengthen the feet, you will be able to gradually improve the range by working into it more and pushing over your demi-pointe or pointe more.

Hope that helps!

Lisa