Which statement below is a contraindication for stretching?

• A. Hypermobility already exists
• B. Gentle stretching is always safe
• C. Bony block limits motion
• D. ROM remodeling after fracture

Answer: (C)

The main idea here is that stretching is inappropriate when the limitation comes from structures that cannot be lengthened by soft-tissue stretching. A bony block within the joint creates a fixed end-point to motion that stretching the muscles and connective tissues cannot overcome. Forcing a stretch in this situation could push the joint into the bone or cause damage, so it’s a contraindication.

Hypermobility isn’t an automatic rule to avoid stretching entirely; it’s more of a caution or relative contraindication—stretches may need to be adjusted to protect the already-loose joints. Gentle stretching isn’t universally safe; it depends on the tissue status and healing stage, and doing it at the wrong time or with wrong force can aggravate symptoms. ROM work after a fracture is typically part of a controlled rehab process, done with proper timing and guidance, not something that’s contraindicated outright.

So, the clear contraindication here is the presence of a bony block that limits motion.