In an era of rapidly evolving technologies in sports performance and rehabilitation—including wearables, artificial intelligence, EMS systems, and virtual reality—simple and accessible tools continue to play a crucial role in clinical and athletic practice. Resistance bands are one such tool. This presentation provides a comprehensive, evidence-based overview of the use of resistance bands across diverse populations, from athletes to the general population and patients with various conditions.

The session will highlight the scientific evidence supporting resistance bands for strength, neuromuscular control, stability, and rehabilitation, complemented by clinical experience and original research. Practical applications across age groups, training goals, and therapeutic settings will be discussed. The presentation will also briefly introduce Flossband, a related tool with different applications, noting that a separate session will explore their use in detail.

The goal of this presentation is to demonstrate that resistance bands are not merely a supplementary tool but a scientifically validated, clinically relevant method for enhancing strength, preventing injury, and optimizing movement.