What is Manual Therapy?

Manual therapy is skilled hands-on treatment provided by a physical therapist to produce a wide range of the following health benefits:

  • Pain modulation
  • Inflammation reduction
  • Increase in range of motion
  • Improvement in soft tissue extensibility
  • Mobilization or manipulation of joints, soft tissue, and nerves
  • Changes in muscle function and strength
  • Relaxation

Examples of Manual Therapy Techniques

  • Massage or soft tissue mobilization (STM)
  • Joint mobilizations and manipulations
  • Dry needling
  • Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM)
  • Cupping
  • Active release techniques (ART)
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