Soft tissue is important because it protects other tissue and organs in the body. Muscles, ligaments and tendons are some of the most common types of injuries to soft tissue. Tendinitis, bursitis, strains and sprains are all examples of common types of soft tissue injuries. An injury to soft tissue can interfere with day-to-day activities, and most everyone is susceptible to developing this kind of injury. Most of these conditions take several weeks to heal, but healing can sometimes be prolonged if proper care and precautions are not taken. One way to aid in the healing process is to receive instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) from a qualified physical therapist.
3 things people should know about how instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization before they have it
- It breaks up scar tissue — IASTM involves using a custom-made, medical-grade stainless steel tool around the area with soft tissue damage. If any scar tissue has previously formed in the area from past injuries or if any has begun to form, the instrument can break up some of that scar tissue that may be hindering your movement.
- It promotes collagen growth — The tool that’s used also promotes the development of proteins, like collagen, in the area to aid in the healing process.
- It increases flexibility and range of motion — Since IASTM is designed to break up any preexisting or forming scar tissue and promote the new growth of collagen, it ultimately benefits your flexibility and range of motion around the area receiving treatment.
If you have a soft tissue injury, IASTM may prove to be an effective means of treatment for you. Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization is a technique made specifically for treating this particular type of injury. With a physical therapist’s help, IASTM can put you on the path to recovery and even alleviate your pain or discomfort. For more information about this type of therapy, read here.
Excel Rehab & Sports can provide instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization to those with soft tissue injuries
Still looking for help finding the answers to your questions? Learn how Excel Rehab & Sports can help you address your soft tissue injury via instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization. If you have any questions or anything you’d like to speak with one of our specialists about, feel free to give us a call or schedule an appointment with us. At Excel R&S, our specialists have been professionally trained in diagnosing and identifying health conditions like soft tissue injuries. Consider looking into our many resources and specialties. We’re ready to answer any of your questions, talk about treatment options and help you on your better health journey! With six locations in Tennessee and South Carolina, you can find effective treatment near you.
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