Manual Therapy describes hands-on techniques used to treat soft tissues and joints. It combines targeted soft tissue release techniques and joint mobilisation/ manipulation to relieve pain, reduce stiffness, and restore movement.
By addressing both muscles and joints, we help improve flexibility, release tension, and enhance function.
Manual Therapy
Soft Tissue Massage
Soft tissue massage is a targeted, hands-on treatment that focuses on the muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia —the connective tissues that support your body.
It is commonly used in physiotherapy to treat musculoskeletal pain, improve circulation, and aid recovery from injury.
Each physiotherapy session is tailored to your individual needs, but is likely to include soft tissue massage incorporating a combination of techniques - such as deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, stretching, and myofascial release as part of your overall treatment plan.
Benefits of Soft Tissue Techniques:
● Reduces muscle tension and tightness
Helps relieve built-up tension in muscles from overuse.
● Improves circulation and lymphatic drainage
Enhances blood flow to aid healing and remove metabolic waste from
tissues.
● Increases range of motion of restricted joints
Enhances tissue elasticity to allow joints more freedom to move.
● Breaks down scar tissue and adhesions
Improves mobility by reducing restrictions caused by scar formation
or chronic tightness.
● Relieves pain and discomfort
Eases common issues such as back pain, neck stiffness, and tension
headaches.
● Enhances flexibility and range of motion
Prepares muscles for movement and reduces the risk of further injury.
● Supports mental wellbeing
Encourages relaxation and stress relief, benefiting both body and
mind.
Joint Mobilisation
Restore Movement. Relieve Pain. Improve Function.
Joint mobilisation is a hands-on manual therapy technique where a physiotherapist applies controlled movements and gentle forces to a joint and its surrounding tissues - usually within the joint’s natural range of motion - to enhance mobility, reduce stiffness, relieve pain, and restore optimal function.
Manipulation and traction are advanced forms manual therapy techniques often used to restore joint alignment, relieve pressure, and reduce nerve irritation. They can be especially effective for spinal issues, promoting immediate improvements in mobility and pain relief when clinically appropriate.
Joint Mobilisation, Manipulation and Traction are particularly effective for:
● Back pain: Herniated discs, facet joint syndrome, and other
conditions can be addressed.
● Shoulder pain: Frozen shoulder, rotator cuff tendinitis, and other
conditions.
● Knee pain: Meniscus tears, osteoarthritis, and other conditions.
● Ankle pain: Stiffness caused by sprains and strains.
● Post-surgical stiffness: Following surgery, joint mobilization can help
regain lost range of motion.
● Arthritis-related joint restrictions
By encouraging movement within the joint’s natural range, joint mobilisation can help reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, and support your overall recovery. It’s often used alongside other treatments such as soft tissue therapy, exercise rehabilitation, or acupuncture for maximum benefit.
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