If you're suffering from a soft tissue injury and are frustrated at the inefficiency of the treatments you've been receiving, you may be surprised to learn that there is a physical therapy treatment created for just such a situation. It's called the Graston Technique, and it was invented in 1994 by an athlete who wanted his injured knee to be healed effectively. So what is the Graston Technique, and how can it help you? The team at StayFIT Physical Therapy in Aiea, Hawaii is here to explain.

The Graston Technique is a form of physical therapy treatment that combines instruments with a specialized form of massage/gentle scraping, and is generally used to treat soft-tissue injuries. The combination of manual therapy and instruments is designed to allow your physical therapist to identify unseen scar tissue or restrictions that might be caused by something like a muscle strain or pulled ligament, and to attempt to break it up so it no longer causes you pain or discomfort.

When you come in for your appointment, your physical therapist will help you decide if the Graston Technique is the best physical therapy treatment option for you to pursue. If you should choose to go ahead, here’s what to expect:

• Your physical therapist will use the Graston Technique instruments to find the affected area.
• The clinician will then treat the affected area by using those instruments to massage the area for about 30-60 seconds.
• It is common for patients undergoing the Graston Technique to experience some discomfort during the procedure.

In addition to the Graston Technique, StayFIT also offers a wide variety of other services. They specialize in treating the following conditions:

• Spine conditions
• Injuries resulting from a car accident
• Sports injuries
• Headaches
• Foot and ankle conditions
• Frozen shoulder/capsulitis

If you’re in need of physical therapy treatment and are located in the Aiea, or Kapolei, HI areas, then contact the StayFIT Physical Therapy team today. Not only are both of their locations Graston Technique certified, but they specialize in offering individualized, one-on-one treatment in their state-of-the-art facilities. Call (808) 487-0487 for the Aiea clinic or (808) 674-0500 for the Kapolei clinic, and schedule your appointment today.