Manual therapy is a cornerstone of effective physiotherapy. It involves specialized, hands-on techniques where the therapist uses their hands to diagnose and treat muscle and joint conditions. This approach allows for a highly targeted and personalized treatment that can lead to faster pain relief and improved function.
What is Manual Therapy?
Unlike treatments that rely on machines or general exercises, manual therapy is a clinical approach utilizing skilled, hands-on techniques to:
- Assess the source of your pain and dysfunction.
- Decrease pain and inflammation.
- Improve range of motion in joints and soft tissues.
- Reduce muscle tension and spasms.
- Restore normal movement patterns.
Techniques We Use
Our manual therapy services include a variety of techniques tailored to your specific needs:
- Soft Tissue Mobilization: This involves applying pressure to muscles, ligaments, and fascia to break down adhesions, relax muscle tension, and improve circulation.
- Joint Mobilization: A technique where the therapist applies gentle, controlled movements to a joint to improve its mobility or reduce pain. This is different from manipulation, which is a more forceful, high-velocity thrust.
- Myofascial Release: This technique focuses on releasing tension in the fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds muscles, to alleviate pain and restore motion.
Conditions Treated with Manual Therapy
Manual therapy is effective for a wide range of conditions, including:
- Neck and back pain
- Shoulder, hip, and knee pain
- Headaches originating from the neck
- Joint stiffness and reduced mobility
- Post-surgical recovery
At Arogya Physiotherapy, we believe in the power of touch to heal. Our skilled therapists combine manual therapy with therapeutic exercise and education to provide a comprehensive treatment plan that gets you back to feeling your best.