WE SPECIALIZE IN SOFT-TISSUE MANIPULATIVE THERAPY, CHIROPRACTIC MANIPULATIVE THERAPY AND FUNCTIONAL STRENGTH TRAINING
Orthopedic massage is a systematic and effective approach to treating pain and injuries involving the locomotor structures of the body. Especially the skeleton, joints, muscles, fascia,
and other supporting structures such as ligaments, tendons, and cartilage. The orthopedic massage system is characterized by four primary components:
1. Assessment – the “figuring out” what’s going on. Consultation & evaluation.
2. Matching treatment to injury – the actual individual or patient-centric treatment plan that works based on the patient’s assessment.
3. Treatment adaptability – specific treatment(s) that work for one patient may/may not work for another. Individualizing each patient’s treatment plan even further.
4. Rehabilitation protocol – the “long game” that prevents future occurrences. Use of stretching, mobility & functional strengthening exercises that re-educate injured tissues
of the kinetic chain to prevent re-injury.
Orthopedic massage is often used in conjunction with other manipulative techniques to aid in optimal tissue texture and function.
Neuromuscular therapy (NMT) is a comprehensive and advanced system of soft-tissue manipulation that specializes in working with acute/chronic myofascial pain and pain syndromes. Specifically, NMT is used to deactivate or breakup trigger points (commonly known as “knots”) in muscle, tendon, and ligaments which restores proper tissue structure and relieves pain. NMT also restores proper soft-tissue length to balance muscle groups which will help with postural distortion(s) and/or dysfunction(s). NMT is often used in conjunction with other manipulative techniques to aid in optimal tissue texture and function.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENTNerve flossing is a set of exercises or movements that will “floss” and/or glide the nerve(s) as it travels through the anatomy of the body. The proverbial neural glide or stretching will increase range of motion, reduce damage to nerves, and decrease pain. Nerve flossing is often used in conjunction with other manipulative techniques if peripheral nerves are involved to aid in optimal tissue texture and function.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT Derived from the Latin words “myo” – meaning muscle, and “fascia” – for band; Myofascial Release Therapy (MRT) releases tension from the fibrous bands
of connecting tissue (fascia) aiming to free constrictions or blockages in the fascia, thereby alleviating problems with connective tissue scarring or injury.
MRT utilizes gentle, kneading manipulation that softly stretches, lengthens, and realigns fascia. After careful observation of one’s posture, a myofascial release therapist will
feel for restricted areas of the body. When restricted areas are found, the myofascial release therapist will gently stretch tissues along the direction of the muscle fibers. This stretch is held until a softening or release
is felt. The process is repeated until the tension is felt no more. By using MRT, disruptions of the fascial networks are freed and tension in bones, muscles, joints, and nerves is relieved. Myofascial Release is often used
in conjunction with other manipulative techniques to aid in optimal tissue texture and function.
Cross-friction Release (CRT) is a manual therapy that is applied directly to the lesion and transverse to the direction of the soft-tissue fibers. The application of CRT causes an analgesic effect and realigns individual muscle, tendon, and ligament fibers at the site of injury. The technique is often used in conjunction with other manipulative techniques to aid in optimal tissue texture and function.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENTSince its beginning, chiropractic has been based on the scientific fact that the nervous system controls the function of every cell, tissue, organ, and system of the body. While the brain is protected by the skull, the spinal cord and its nerves that extend into the extremities are more vulnerable. When the joints of the body (spine and extremities) lose their normal motion or position, they can irritate the nervous system. This disrupts the function of the tissues or organs these nerves control. Chiropractic is the science of locating these areas of spinal and extremity malposition, the art of correcting them, and the philosophy of things natural. The art of correcting areas of spinal and extremity malposition requires using carefully directed and controlled pressure to restore spinal and extremity joints to a more optimal position, increasing motion. When spinal and extremity structural alignment is improved, nervous system function will be restored.
SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT Functional strength training simply means training our bodies to better perform the types of movements we use for everyday living. Activities or exercises are focused on the integration
of core strength and stability with full body movements. This will enable the individual to execute activities of daily living without the risk of injury.
Functional strength movements we perform can also include actions specific to a sport or competition. The only difference between activities of daily living and sport specific movements
is the amount of stress on the body. Consequently, the importance of functional strength and conditioning is paramount no matter what your level of activity or fitness.
