Muscle Therapies

Soft tissue mobilization can be used to treat various conditions including muscle adhesions, scar tissue, and inflammation within a joint space. Soft tissue mobilization is applied by light combing of the affected area to breakdown collagen crosslinks, increase skin temperature, increase range of motion, and increase blood flow to affected area.

This technique allows for a decrease in overall healing time allowing your body to heal quicker. Common conditions soft tissue mobilization addresses

• Plantar fasciitis

• Golfer’s elbow

• Tennis elbow

• Jumper’s knee

• Nursemaid’s elbow

• Carpal tunnel syndrome

• Bicipital tendonitis

Moist Heat Therapy

Moist heat therapy is used for heating tissues such as muscles, joints, and ligaments. This type of heat is more beneficial because it penetrates into the tissue further than dry heat method. Moist heat can be applied for various conditions such as:

• Chronic muscle spasm

• Chronic muscle pain

• Headaches

This therapy is especially beneficial when used before a chiropractic adjustment as it loosens the muscles surrounding the joint to be mobilized.