A common soft tissue treatment we use on a daily basis at Mission Chiro, here is a quick break down (Pun intended!) on how it works. The Graston Technique, also known as Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), is a manual therapy that uses specialized tools to mobilize and treat soft tissue dysfunction. Here are the […]
Shockwave therapy, also known as extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT), is a non-invasive treatment used to promote healing in various musculoskeletal conditions. The physiological mechanisms through which shockwave therapy works include: Mechanical Stimulation: Microtrauma Induction: Shockwaves create controlled microtrauma or micro-cavitation bubbles in tissues. This stimulates the body’s natural healing processes. Stress and Strain: The mechanical […]
