Welcome to Foam-Roller.com!
Here you will find the latest information on foam rollers.
Information such as:
- What they are.
- What to do with them.
- How to care for them.
- As well as resources you may find helpful.
What is a Foam Roller?
Foam rollers are cylindrical in shape, lightweight and vary in length, diameter and density. Foam rollers can add variety to an exercise regimen by allowing a person to exercise with the rollers in almost any position; standing, sitting, supine, side lying, kneeling, quadruped and prone. They can be used for myofascial release, muscular flexibility and dynamic strengthening.
Foam rollers are durable and can hold more than 250 pounds of weight. In the clinic, you may cover rolls with towels, sheets or pillowcases or one of the OPTP foam roller covers. The vinyl cover can be wiped down with soap and water. It is recommended that the rollers not be stored in direct sunlight.
The Foam Roller Specialists
OPTP has been providing the highest quality foam rollers to rehab and fitness professionals throughout the world for 30 years. We understand the daily demands placed on our foam rollers. That's why we have the largest selection for professionals to choose from.
Whether it's our PRO family, AXIS family, or Standard family, we have a foam roller that will meet your needs, exceed your expectations, and fit your budget. Our large variety of full-round and half-round foam rollers will provide you with plenty of choices for progressive balance and conditioning challenges.
Plus, find necessary foam roller resource guides such as Foam Roller Techniques: For Massage, Stretches and Improved Flexibility or Caroline Creager's, Therapeutic Exercises Using Foam Rollers.
Made from the highest quality foam, the OPTP PRO-ROLLER foam roller is engineered for rehab and fitness professionals in its ability to withstand the demands of myofascial release, muscular flexibility and dynamic strengthening.
A few select benefits:
- Highest quality foam available: The closed-cell, cross-linked foam construction ensures against denting and breakdown.
- Greater proprioceptive benefit: The high quality foam in the OPTP PRO-ROLLER is slightly textured and provides greater proprioceptive benefits, reduces slipping, and enhances exercise effectiveness.
- Added comfort: The density of the closed-cell foam provides firm support with a cushion surface. When lying on the PRO-ROLLER, its surface feels more comfortable than when lying on the harder white foam rollers.
- Easy to clean: The closed-cell surface of the PRO-ROLLER is easy to clean keeping germs on the surface where they can easily be wiped off with a sanitation solution.
For more information on OPTP's PRO-ROLLER, and to view our entire selection of foam roller products, resources and accessories, click here.
"The M.E.L.T. Method (Myofascial Energetic Length Techniques) is a program designed to affect the myofascial mechanoreceptors to enhance the responsiveness, integrity and longevity of the human body. The OPTP PRO-ROLLER is an excellent myofascial rolling device."— Susan Hitzman, MS
We've developed these rollers with the professional in mind.
Geared for moderate to heavy users, the exclusive OPTP AXIS Roller gives all the benefits of standard white rollers without breaking down. The AXIS' black, injection-molded foam technology is firm in density, has a smooth surface, and will not lose its shape after moderate to heavy use.
The reason: The AXIS Roller is made of solid foam "beads" that get compressed during the molding process- virtually eliminating any chance of air compression during use. Fitness and rehab professionals will love the durability and lasting power of this roller.
For more information on OPTP's AXIS roller, and to view our entire selection of foam roller products, resources and accessories, click here.
"When taping our latest DVD, The Complete Guide to Foam Roller Exercises for Improved Performance, we used OPTP foam rollers because of their quality and high resistance against compression. I advise my clients to buy foam rollers and other rehab products from OPTP, because I know they will get a high quality product, delivered on time, and at a good price." — Staffan Elgelid, PT, PhD, CFT
OPTP's standard white foam rollers are cylindrical in shape, lightweight, and made of high quality foam. Several sizes are available. One-foot length is available in 6" round and half-round. The popular three-foot length is available in 6" round, half-round, and 4" round. Our new four-foot length is 4" round and provides more challenge for those with a longer torso.
For more information on OPTP's standard rollers and to view our entire selection of foam roller products, resources and accessories, click here.
Information Resources
OPTP has published a variety of informational newsletters on this and many other important topics. To view our newsletter archives, click here.
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