Massage Therapy San Diego | True Chiropractic
Chiropractic Massage Techniques
An outstanding source of massage therapy San Diego True Chiropractic, are experts in healthy living, which includes the following techniques.
Trigger point therapy
Sometimes confused with pressure point massage this involves deactivating trigger points that may cause local pain or refer pain and other sensations, such as headaches, in other parts of the body. Manual pressure, vibration, injection, or other treatment is applied to these points to relieve myofascial pain. Trigger points have been photomicrographed and measured electrically. In 2007 a paper was presented showing images of Trigger Points using MRI. These points relate to dysfunction in the myoneural junction, also called neuromuscular junction (NMJ), in muscle, and therefore this modality is different from reflexology, acupressure and pressure point massage
The Graston Technique
The Graston Technique is a form of manual therapy known as soft-tissue instrument-assisted mobilization. It is one of a number of manual therapy approaches that uses instruments with a specialized form of massage/scraping the skin gently. The therapy is designed to help the practitioner identify areas of restriction and attempt to break up scar tissue.
The Graston Technique is often practiced by chiropractors, osteopathic physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and some licensed massage therapists and athletic trainers.
The general goals of the therapy are to reduce the patient's pain and increase function through a combination of:
Active Release Techniques
Active Release Techniques (ART) is a soft tissue system/movement-based technique developed and patented by P. Michael Leahy, DC, CCSP. It claims to treat problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. The technique is advocated largely by chiropractors. The goal of ART is to restore the smooth movement of tissues and to release any trapped nerves or blood vessels.
In an ART treatment, the therapist uses his or her hands to evaluate the texture, tightness and mobility of the soft tissue. Using hand pressure, the practitioner works to remove or break up the fibrous adhesions, with the stretching motions generally in the direction of venous and lymphatic flow, although the opposite direction may occasionally be used.
In the first three levels of ART treatment, as with other soft-tissue treatment forms, movement of the patient's tissue is done by the practitioner. In level four, however, ART requires the patient to actively move the affected tissue in prescribed ways while the practitioner applies a specific tension. Involvement of the patient is seen as an advantage of ART, as people who are active participants in their own healthcare are believed to experience better outcomes.
At True Chiropractic, Dr. Matt Hubbard, better known as simply Dr. Matt to his colleagues and patients, has on his team a certified massage therapist that is highly knowledgeable about the variety of massage therapy techniques and will be sure to apply the best one for your needs.
True Chiropractic
www.truechiropracticsandiego.com
Chiropractic Massage Techniques
An outstanding source of massage therapy San Diego True Chiropractic, are experts in healthy living, which includes the following techniques.
Trigger point therapy
Sometimes confused with pressure point massage this involves deactivating trigger points that may cause local pain or refer pain and other sensations, such as headaches, in other parts of the body. Manual pressure, vibration, injection, or other treatment is applied to these points to relieve myofascial pain. Trigger points have been photomicrographed and measured electrically. In 2007 a paper was presented showing images of Trigger Points using MRI. These points relate to dysfunction in the myoneural junction, also called neuromuscular junction (NMJ), in muscle, and therefore this modality is different from reflexology, acupressure and pressure point massage
The Graston Technique
The Graston Technique is a form of manual therapy known as soft-tissue instrument-assisted mobilization. It is one of a number of manual therapy approaches that uses instruments with a specialized form of massage/scraping the skin gently. The therapy is designed to help the practitioner identify areas of restriction and attempt to break up scar tissue.
The Graston Technique is often practiced by chiropractors, osteopathic physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and some licensed massage therapists and athletic trainers.
The general goals of the therapy are to reduce the patient's pain and increase function through a combination of:
- Breaking down the scar tissue and fascia restrictions that are usually associated with some form of trauma to the soft tissue (e.g., a strained muscle or a pulled ligament, tendon, or fascia).
- Reducing restrictions by stretching connective tissue in an attempt to rearrange the structure of the soft tissue being treated (e.g., muscle, fascia, tendons, and ligaments).
- Promoting a better healing environment for the injured soft tissue.
Active Release Techniques
Active Release Techniques (ART) is a soft tissue system/movement-based technique developed and patented by P. Michael Leahy, DC, CCSP. It claims to treat problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. The technique is advocated largely by chiropractors. The goal of ART is to restore the smooth movement of tissues and to release any trapped nerves or blood vessels.
In an ART treatment, the therapist uses his or her hands to evaluate the texture, tightness and mobility of the soft tissue. Using hand pressure, the practitioner works to remove or break up the fibrous adhesions, with the stretching motions generally in the direction of venous and lymphatic flow, although the opposite direction may occasionally be used.
In the first three levels of ART treatment, as with other soft-tissue treatment forms, movement of the patient's tissue is done by the practitioner. In level four, however, ART requires the patient to actively move the affected tissue in prescribed ways while the practitioner applies a specific tension. Involvement of the patient is seen as an advantage of ART, as people who are active participants in their own healthcare are believed to experience better outcomes.
At True Chiropractic, Dr. Matt Hubbard, better known as simply Dr. Matt to his colleagues and patients, has on his team a certified massage therapist that is highly knowledgeable about the variety of massage therapy techniques and will be sure to apply the best one for your needs.
True Chiropractic
www.truechiropracticsandiego.com