The Graston Technique in Pleasanton
The Graston Technique is a manual therapy that uses specialized stainless steel instruments to break up scar tissue and fascial restrictions. Since many long-standing spinal problems produce inflammation, muscle changes, and fibrotic scar tissue, this approach helps create significant, long-term changes to soft tissues throughout the body.
Precision Tools for Better Results
The stainless steel instruments used in the Graston Technique allow for deeper, more sensitive palpation and treatment of restricted tissues. Unlike the fingers, which compress when pressed against the body, these metal tools can reach deeper layers where scar tissue forms.
The instruments’ concave and convex shapes are designed to mold to the contours of your body, making the process both effective and comfortable. As the instruments are drawn across adhesions and scar tissue, many patients feel a temporary tightening, followed by a pleasant sense of release.
What Are Some Benefits?
The Graston Technique has shown great success for acute, chronic, and post-surgical soft tissue conditions. Patients report several key benefits from this technique, including:
- Decreased recovery times
- Reduced need for medication
- Resolution of long-standing conditions
- Elimination of pain
- Restored range of motion
Conditions That Can Be Addressed
Here are some of the conditions that Graston can effectively address:
- Ankle Pain
- Wrist Discomfort
- Neck Pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Hamstring Injuries
- Hip Pain
- IT Band Syndrome
- Tennis Elbow
- Back Discomfort
- Golfer’s Elbow
- Knee Pain
- Heel Discomfort
- Shoulder Pain
- Scar Tissue
- Trigger Finger
- Post-mastectomy and Caesarean Scarring
Book an Appointment
If you’re dealing with scar tissue, restricted movement, or soft tissue pain, the Graston Technique may be right for you. Schedule your appointment with Alexander Chiropractic and Wellness today and get the relief and healing help you need.
