Which stretching technique involves using a partner for assistance?

The stretching technique that involves using a partner for assistance is passive stretching. In passive stretching, an external force—such as a partner, a strap, or gravity—is used to help achieve a greater range of motion. The person being stretched remains relaxed and allows the partner to move their limb into a stretched position. This method can enhance flexibility and is particularly effective because it can provide a deeper stretch than someone might achieve alone.

Static stretching is performed without any external assistance, where an individual holds a position to elongate a muscle. Dynamic stretching involves movement and is often used as part of a warm-up to prepare the body for physical activity. Active stretching requires the individual to use their own muscles to stretch, engaging them without assistance from others or external forces. Each of these types of stretching plays a unique role in enhancing flexibility, but it is passive stretching that specifically relies on partnering for assistance in achieving the stretch.