Neuromuscular Therapy

NMT techniques often use the thumbs and fingertips to explore tissues in detail. Elbows, forearms, and knees are also used. PNF Stretching (Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation) is a set of stretching techniques commonly used in clinical environments to enhance both active and passive range of motion with the ultimate goal being rehabilitation and optimizing motor performance.

Trigger Point Therapy

A Trigger Point is a sensitive area in the muscle or connective tissue (fascia) that becomes painful when compressed. Pressing on a trigger point can cause referred pain (what is referred pain? is this the right word?) and can help identify the external area in the body generating the pain. Trigger Point Myotherapy consists of alternating levels of concentrated pressure on the areas of muscle spasm. Pressure is applied with the fingers, knuckles, and/or elbow to effectively alleviate the muscle spasm. Neuromuscular therapy works by relaxing the muscle in order to release stored lactic acid and encouraging blood and oxygen circulation to the muscle to avoid the production of more lactic acid.

Myofascial Release

Myofascial Release is a gentle blend of massage and stretching using traction, pressure, and positioning of the body to initiate relaxation of muscle spasms and break painful adhesions in the fascia. This technique may be used to ease pressure in the fibrous bands of connective tissue (fascia) that encase and connect muscles, organs, vessels, bones, cartilage, and nerves throughout the body. Injury and scarring of the fascia is a major cause of pain and improper motion and can lead to long-term health problems. Myofascial release is used for many conditions and for people of all ages. This technique makes use of specialized drop-piece mechanisms in the table to assist the adjustment.

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