Osteopaths use techniques such as articulation, counter-strain, joint manipulation, muscle energy technique (MET), myofascial release (MFR), soft tissue massage, stretching and strengthening strategies to address and treat your presenting complaint.
Dry needling is a treatment technique where a fine, single-use needle is inserted into a muscle, tendon or ligament to release tension and adhesions. Often used in conjunction with other osteopathic techniques to reduce muscle pain, increase the range of motion, increase blood flow and increase the body's overall function.
Also referred to as high-velocity low amplitude (HVLA). This technique is used in conjunction with many other osteopathic techniques aiming to increase joint mobility and act on the muscles' quick stretch receptors for that immediate relief of pain and mobility.
Dysfunctional and compensatory movement patterns are often the catalyst of pain. Addressing muscle weakness or inactivation is a fundamental component of treating the root cause of symptoms.
Targeted activation, strengthening and stretching exercises may be prescribed during your treatment so that you can continue progressing in between appointments. This exercise prescription may be adjusted as your condition improves or evolves.
Sports taping is a thin, stretchy tape strategically applied to the skin, providing functional support while allowing a full range of movement. Taping is commonly used with other treatments and techniques to manage injuries, aiming to decrease pain, swelling, and bruising, support weaknesses, increase blood flow, and re-educate muscles.
Massage is a therapeutic practice that involves manipulating the body's soft tissue, typically through hands-on techniques like pressing, rubbing, and kneading. It promotes relaxation, alleviates muscle tension, and enhances overall well-being. Massage therapy can vary in style and pressure, with various techniques tailored to address specific needs, such as reducing stress, relieving pain, improving circulation, and promoting physical and mental relaxation. Used for its potential to reduce stress, ease muscle discomfort, and enhance the body's natural healing processes.
Myofascial cupping is a therapy whereby suction cups are placed onto the skin to target the underlying fascia, muscles, blood and other fluids. Cups may be strategically placed onto specific trigger points, moved across the skin in a gliding motion or utilised dynamically in conjunction with articulatory movement. To address muscle tension and promote circulation, aiding in the healing process.
Tissue flossing is a blood flow restriction technique. It involves an external pressure above or below a muscle or joint of the extremities by a large elastic band. This modality can be helpful for swelling, and your typical extremity sprains focused on reducing pain and improving range of movement, performance, and muscle recovery.
Lymphatic drainage helps remove waste materials from compromised areas to restore healthy metabolic and immune function. When addressing the lymphatic system, "upstream" must be treated first so that the fluid "has somewhere to go" this process is often overlooked in other lymphatic drainage techniques.
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation uses specifically designed, medical-grade stainless steel tools to break up adhesions and scar tissue in the fascia, muscles, tendons and ligaments. These tools can encourage lots of blood and heat into the focused area. It may leave some bruising afterwards, but generally isn't painful.
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