MET is helpful with which of the following?

• A. Cardiac muscle
• B. Hair growth
• C. Postural muscles
• D. Digitus pedis

Answer: (C)

MET targets skeletal muscle imbalance by having the patient actively contract the muscle against a controlled counterforce, then relax and allow a gentle stretch. This use of voluntary contraction leverages neuromuscular reflexes (like post‑isometric relaxation and reciprocal inhibition) to lengthen a muscle and restore joint motion. It works best on postural muscles because these muscles are often chronically shortened and hypertonic from habit and gravity. The active contraction helps reset the muscle’s tone and patterns, making it easier to lengthen and re‑balance the system. Cardiac muscle isn’t addressed by MET, and hair growth or digits of the foot aren’t related targets for this technique.