Manual Physical Therapy
What is it
Manual Therapy is the application of hands-on techniques designed to relieve pain, reduce muscle tightness/spasm, and improve range of motion.
It's what we do
Physical Therapists are highly educated and specifically trained in various forms of manual therapy, which is one of the most widely used interventions during a treatment session.
What are the techniques
- Joint mobilizations: gentle stretching of the ligamentous structures of the joints.
- Soft tissue mobilizations: utilized for the purpose of decreasing muscle tightness and spasm (to include: massage, myofascial release, and trigger point release).
- Passive stretching: gentle stretching of muscles to increase flexibility and range of motion.
- Exercise prescription: use of stretches and strengthening exercises to increase strength and stability. Exercises focus on all areas of the body and are tailored to meet each individuals needs.
Education
At PTSMC, we strive to make sure our physical therapists are proficient in all forms of manual therapy, so that we may offer the highest quality of service to our patients. We support our clinicians with numerous educational seminars and clinical in-services, which provide up-to-date training on the latest research and manual techniques.
***Please contact any of our offices if you would like more information regarding our methods of Manual Therapy
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