Graston for muscle spasms
posted: Jun. 05, 2025.
The Graston Technique is a type of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) used by Chiropractors, and therapists to treat soft tissue restrictions and scar tissue. It involves using stainless steel instruments to detect and treat these restrictions, potentially improving pain, range of motion, and mobility.
Here's a more detailed explanation:
- What it is:The Graston Technique is a manual therapy method that uses specialized stainless steel instruments to perform soft tissue mobilization.
- How it works:
- Detection: Therapists use the instruments to glide over the skin, helping to identify areas of muscle knots, fibrous tissue, or scar tissue that may be causing pain or restricting movement.
- Treatment: Once these areas are identified, the instruments are used to break down the scar tissue and adhesions, helping to restore function and mobility.
- Detection: Therapists use the instruments to glide over the skin, helping to identify areas of muscle knots, fibrous tissue, or scar tissue that may be causing pain or restricting movement.
- Benefits:The Graston Technique can potentially help with:
- Reduced pain
- Improved range of motion
- Increased blood flow to promote healing
- Breaking down scar tissue and adhesions
- Realigning tissue to improve function
- Reduced pain
- Applications:It can be used to treat various soft tissue conditions, including:
- Muscle pain or tightness
- Soft tissue restrictions after sprains, strains, or bruises
- Scar tissue formation after surgery
- Tendinitis, plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and more
- Muscle pain or tightness
- Process:The technique involves choosing the appropriate stainless steel instrument for the area being treated, applying a lubricant (like cocoa butter), and gently exploring the area to identify tension or discomfort.
- Important Note:The Graston Technique should be performed by trained and certified therapists. It is not recommended to attempt this technique on oneself without proper training and guidance.