Static stretching is perhaps the most popular, or at least the most well-known, method of stretching. It involves passively stretching a muscle to the period of mild discomfort and holding it for an extended length of time. This has been proven an effective means for correcting muscle imbalances as well as preventing long-term injuries. It has also been shown that it may help prevent muscular injuries, but not bone and joint injuries. Some controversy arises from this when debate ensues as to which stretching method is the most effective. It is not recommended for athletes to use prolonged static stretching before competition or an important practice session. This is due to the fact that static stretching slows muscle activation for about an hour afterwards. DROM, or dynamic stretching, is