Myofascial Tissue Release
A hands-on technique involving mechanical motion meant to decrease edema, break up adhesions, alleviate trigger points, decrease edema and blood pressure, and remove lactic acid from the body.
Heat & Ice Application
The application of a hot or cold pack is beneficial in the aspect that it will either 1) relax the muscles causing vasodilation to promote blood flow, and break down adhesion in connective tissue or 2) reduce inflammation with vasoconstriction to numb the area, and manage acute conditions.
Flexion/Distraction (Traction)
Controlled by applying a stretch or pull to the spine or extremities where the goal is to alleviate the pressure that is built up on the spinal disc due to nerve root compression and promote musculoskeletal alignment.
IASTM
Metal tools used to locate and treat myofascial restrictions under the skin, and meant to break up fascial adhesion and scar tissue. It acts as a controlled microtrauma meant to reactivate the healing process.
Shockwave Therapy
Therapy where sound waves are used to treat injuries or pain by promoting blood flow breaking up adhesions and promoting cellular healing with controlled micro trauma.
Ultrasound
A therapy that uses high-frequency sound waves to generate deep heat within soft tissues, such as muscles, tendons, and ligaments. This heat promotes the relaxation of tight muscles, increases blood circulation, accelerates tissue healing, and reduces inflammation, aiding in the recovery of injured or painful areas.