Graston Technique®
“The main goals of treatment with the Graston Technique® are to decrease edema, pain, and to increase range of motion. It works tremendously well and I highly recommend it.”
The Graston Technique® (GT) is a patented form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization used to break down scar tissue. The main goals of treatment with GT are to decrease edema, pain, and to increase range of motion.
GT is a non-surgical technique to benefit the fascia and connective tissues present throughout the body. It helps break up scar tissue or muscle “knots,” which increases range of motion of joints, helps facilitate and quicken the healing process, increases the strength of muscle fibers, and reduces pain.
GT is successful due to its ability to interrupt the pain cycle and scar tissue formation. This leads to changes in soft tissue flexibility and range of motion. The Graston instruments help to amplify soft tissue restrictions. This is similar to how a stethoscope amplifies the sound of a heartbeat. GT instruments are the treatment tools I use to twist, turn and chisel away at the adhesion through the skin. I do this in order to induce controlled microtrauma to the area. By inducing microtrauma, I trigger an inflammatory process to promote healing and recovery to the area. GT also stimulates collagen regrowth and redistribution of collagen fibers in the correct pattern. This also optimizes range of motion, flexibility, and muscle recruitment.
GT works tremendously well and I highly recommend it.
“ I am a certified Graston© provider. ”
who may benefit From this:
You are healthy and fit and are seeking to optimize your health even further.
You work long hours sitting at desks.
You’re on your feet for long periods of time.
You’re seeking an active lifestyle and are in need of greater mobility to get moving again.
You have suffered from an injury.
You’re pre- or post - surgery.
You’re a highly active person or athlete and need to address a sports injuries or muscular imbalances from muscle overuse.
You’re frustrated because you have tried almost everything and despite your efforts you are still feeling discomfort or pain.
You prefer not to take pharmaceutical medication.
You want to try a gentler alternative approach to supplement the care you are already receiving from your physician or therapist.
You need guidance and help with diet, nutrition, and lifestyle management.
“I would love to be able to support you and help you find a solution that is right for you and your lifestyle”