Graston Technique
What is the Graston Technique
Graston Technique is a patented treatment method that has been used successfully by many chiropractors and physical therapists to manage cumulative trauma and chronic disorders. The Graston Technique is:
- An effective therapy for a variety of painful conditions and injuries.
- Considered a natural solution to treating chronic pain.
- Known to reduce the number of treatments needed.
- Beneficial in treating the root cause of your health problems.
How The Graston Technique Helps
With poor body posture, there is a tendency to develop unhealthy adhesions in the musculo-skeletal and related connective tissues that are very soft in nature. Proper treatment is often necessary to reduce pain associated with adhesions. One of the best possible ways to treat such health problems is by means of the Graston Technique.
This method of treatment can be very effective as it divides the collagen cross-links which results in the stretching of the soft tissue and muscle fibers. It increases the temperature of the skin which causes increased blood flow in the affected area. This Graston Technique also results in increased cellular activities of fibroblasts and mast cells in the affected area which can aid in muscle repair.
The Value of the Graston Technique
Graston Technique is a therapeutic approach used by many physiotherapists in order to therapeutically treat problems related to skeletal, muscle, and soft tissue injuries. It is also used by chiropractors and physical therapists to manage cumulative trauma and chronic disorders.
Adhesions that are present in the muscles and tendons can be identified and resolved by means of Graston instruments. These are a collection of 6 stainless steel instruments of different shapes and sizes. Graston Technique practitioners use these instruments to perform specific and targeted palpations on the affected area of a patient.
Coverage Options
pt Health therapy services are covered by most extended health insurance companies and in some cases Veterans Affairs and Medicare – such as OHIP (Ontario), Alberta Health Care and Medical Service Plan MSP (British Columbia). Not sure if you’re covered? No problem. We can help you find out (and usually within the hour). Just call us toll free at 1-866-749-7461.
At pt Health we believe your health should come first. We take care of the paperwork so you can focus on getting better, plus we offer direct insurance billing, saving you time and up front costs.
Research
In 2006, The Journal of the Canadian Chiropractic Association gave in-depth information on ‘the conservative treatment of Trigger thumb using Graston Techniques and Active Release Techniques’ and the result revealed that the pain and disability that the patient was experiencing was no longer present.
A study has shown that around 85 to 90 % individuals who have gone through this kind of treatment have successfully resolved the functionality of the affected areas and healed chronic injuries.