What is Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization?

Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization is a manual treatment involving specialized instruments to detect and break up soft tissue fibrosis in order to stimulate a healing response.

 

A short video about Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization

What type of pain or injury can be treated by Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization?

 

    • Knee Pain (ex. ACL)
    • Tennis Elbow
    • Achilles Tendonitis
    • Plantar Fasciitis
    • Chronic Ankle Sprain
    • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
    • Rotator Cuff Tendonitis
    • ITB Syndrome
    • Hamstring/Calf Strains
    • Back/Neck Tightness
    • Trigger Points
    • Ideal treatment for athletes with tendonitis and chronic or old muscle injuries

    Expectations:

    • Generally a change in symptoms should be seen by the fifth visit
    • Treatment plan consists of 8-12 visits
    • Patient can expect continued improvement for 4-6 weeks after the last manual therapy session