Treatments Provided
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Myofascial Release
Manual, hands-on treatments which focus on releasing tightened muscles, tendons and fascia. Includes the following:
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Trigger Point Release
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Sports Massage
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Deep Tissue Mobilization
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Strain / Counterstrain Techniques
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Active Release Techniques
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Contract / Relax Techniques
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Connective Tissue Mobilization
Manual, hands-on treatments which focus on releasing restrictions caused by connective tissues such as fascia and ligaments. Includes the following:
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Scar Mobilization and Release
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Cupping or Myofascial Decompression
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Scrapping or Graston Technique
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Visceral Mobilizations
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Joint Mobilizations
Manual, hand-on techniques of moving or mobilizing the capsule around a joint to improve blood flow and lubrication to a joint, improve alignment of the joint and improve range of motion of the joint. Common joint mobilizations include:
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Cervical Spine
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Thoracic Spine
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Lumbar Spine
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Rib Joints
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Shoulder Joint
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Pelvis and Sacroiliac (SI) Joints
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Hip Joints
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Knee Joints
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Ankle Joints
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Nerve Mobilization & Craniosacral Therapy
Can include manual, hands-on techniques, exercises and breathing techniques to help glide nerves for better mobility and calm sympathetic nerves which may be overexcited. Techniques include:
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Nerve Glides
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Skin Rolling
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Breathing Techniques
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Meditation Techniques
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Craniosacral Therapy
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Therapeutic Exercise & Releases
We work with you on developing a personalized home exercise program to re-educate the body to stay in the appropriate alignment. This often includes self-release techniques, stretches and appropriate strengthening and stability exercises. These are typically taught to the patient and reviewed briefly in the session to ensure being done correctly. However, the patient is responsible for performing these exercises independently at home daily.
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Education
We often provide different education to our patients to help manage their symptoms independently at home. Education topics may include:
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Normal bowel & bladder habits
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Bladder retraining & urge deference
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Anti-inflammatory Diets
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Medications to discuss with MD
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Meditation Techniques
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Breathing Techniques
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Running Programs / Gym Progressions
