Graston® Technique in Jefferson City and Osage Beach
We are pleased to offer the Graston® Technique as part of our comprehensive chiropractic care in Jefferson City. This advanced method, a type of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), helps break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions, promoting faster healing and improved mobility.
Innovative Soft Tissue Therapy
The Graston Technique uses specially designed stainless steel instruments to detect and treat areas of soft tissue fibrosis or chronic inflammation. By gently scraping the skin with these instruments, we identify adhesions and help break them down, allowing for increased blood flow and faster healing.
It’s particularly helpful with soft tissue changes due to degenerative joint changes, soft tissue restrictions, like muscle pain or tightness after a sprain, strain, or bruise, or surgery where scar tissue has formed. Most people get this therapy over several sessions. The length and frequency of the session will depend on your body’s response to the technique.
Benefits Our Patients Have Received
This powerful technique offers numerous advantages, including:
- Faster rehabilitation and recovery
- Reduced need for anti-inflammatory medication
- Resolution of chronic conditions thought to be permanent
- Improved range of motion and flexibility
- Enhanced performance for athletes
While effective for many conditions, we often turn to Graston when other techniques aren’t providing the desired results. It’s particularly useful for chronic conditions or stubborn injuries that haven’t responded to traditional treatments.
What to Expect During Your Session
Six core tools are used in the Graston Technique. These tools are made of stainless steel and are concave and convex-shaped. They have rounded edges and are not sharp. The instruments are used to scan over and detect areas of injured fibrotic tissue. The process is designed to both identify the injured areas and provide needed care to them.
A typical Graston session lasts about 30-60 seconds per treatment area. While you may experience some discomfort during the procedure, many patients report significant relief afterward. We often combine this method with other therapies for optimal results.
Optimize Your Recovery Today
Experience the power of this innovative technique for yourself. Contact Align Chiropractic Clinic today to learn how Graston can be incorporated into your personalized treatment plan.
