Graston Technique in Arlington

Get Lasting Relief with The Graston Technique in Arlington

If you’re one of the millions of Americans living with bothersome orthopedic injuries, overuse syndromes, or post-surgical pain, innovative treatment options like the Graston Technique® deserve your attention. This unique instrument-assisted soft tissue therapy provided at Arlington Physical Therapy effectively detects and treats the underlying scar tissue adhesions that shorten connective tissue, restrict normal mobility, and generate aches, stiffness, tightness and more throughout the body.

By utilizing patented stainless steel tools to break down these fibrotic bindings with precise strokes, Graston treatments enhance blood flow, stimulate healing, and restore flexibility unlike traditional manual techniques alone. So if you’re tired of “dealing with” nagging elbow tendonitis, lingering back tightness from lifting weights, or knee stiffness that just won’t seem to go away after ACL reconstruction, consider exploring Graston treatment to finally experience lasting relief.

Who Can Benefit from The Graston Technique in Arlington?

This valuable therapeutic approach helps adolescents, adults, and seniors suffering from:

Acute or chronic orthopedic injuries
Post-surgical scar tissue and mobility limitations
Tendinopathies like Achilles tendonitis or patellar tendonitis (“Jumpers Knee”)
Trigger points and muscle tightness
Restricted joint mobility from overuse syndromes or poor flexibility/mechanics
Pain or soreness that limits function during everyday work, sports performance, or recreational activities

So whether you’re an aging athlete trying to stay active through middle age, a health-conscious individual experiencing nagging elbow or shoulder discomfort when lifting weights, or a young person struggling to make progress in orthopedic therapy after ligament reconstruction, Graston can likely help!

How The Graston Technique Improves Mobility and Relieves Pain

Using patented stainless steel instruments and targeted mobilization techniques, your experienced Graston-certified practitioner Ana Maria Madrid can effectively:

Break Down Scar Tissue Adhesions – The Graston tools glide over skin, transmitting targeted forces deep into restricted tissues that straighten collagen cross-links and realign the disorganized scar tissue fibers that build up after an injury.
Relieve Muscle and Joint Pain – Releasing painful myofascial trigger points and loosening stiff fascia around muscles and joints with Graston decreases inflammation, improves mechanics, increases blood flow, and alleviates discomfort.
Restore Range of Motion – Stroking fibrotic soft tissues with specialized instruments as part of a multi-modal treatment program incorporating stretching, strengthening, and activity modification rapidly improves flexibility and function.
Stimulate Blood Flow for Improved Healing – The mechanical loading forces and vasodilation effects during Graston mobilization bring oxygenated, nutrient-rich blood to damaged regions to clear waste products and lay the framework for tissue regeneration.

Graston instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization techniques offer superior, longer-lasting outcomes compared to other conservative treatment methods for common orthopedic conditions like:

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Lateral Epicondylitis (“Tennis Elbow”)
Plantar Fasciitis
Knee Osteoarthritis
Cervical Spine Pain
And More!

What Sets Our Graston Technique Apart?

You may be wondering…how is Graston any different or better than regular massage, instrument-assisted therapies like the Astym Method, or other approaches like dry needling?
Excellent question! Here’s why we’re confident the Graston Technique stands above the rest:

1. Precisely Detects and Treats Pathologic Tissues
Light skin brushing reveals localized micro adhesions as the underlying scar tissue and fascial restrictions grab and “tether” the instruments during treatment. This enhanced palpatory feedback ensures problem tissues are actually being addressed vs. just generically massaging areas.

2. Utilizes Multiple Patent-Protected Tools
Graston Technique practitioners specially train on six uniquely-angled treatment devices including GT1, GT2, GT3, GT4, GT5, and GT6 that optimize access, contour tracing, and precise forces through an area. No other instrument set offers such specialized variation to personalize therapy.

3. Produces Longer Lasting Improvements
Published research verifies that the mechanical and neurophysiological effects from specialized Graston treatment offer better patient outcomes during rehabilitation that don’t return after only 1-2 days like typical massage soreness relief.

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How Our Team Helps Patients With Graston Technique

Here at Arlington Physical Therapy, experienced orthopedic therapist Ana Maria Madrid PT, VP has advanced certification in delivering Graston Technique to customized treatment programs.

They have achieved lasting pain resolution and optimal restoration of joint mobility for hundreds of adolescents, adults, and seniors suffering from orthopedic injuries, overuse syndromes, poor flexibility, and extensive scar tissue limitations through expert Graston therapy and corrective exercise principles. Ana Maria Madrid prioritizes clear communication and patient education so you understand the “why” behind your personalized treatment plan each step and how to accelerate your own healing through proper self-care.

Frequently Asked Questions About The Graston Technique:

Is Graston Better Than Massage?
Yes, Graston has distinct advantages over massage in terms of precision tissue targeting, therapeutic depth, and longer lasting relief. Massage primarily influences surface-level issues like temporary increases in blood flow and parasympathetic relaxation while Graston physically remodels deeper pathologic tissues.

How Often Should You Do Graston Technique?
After initial evaluation, your Arlington Physical Therapy Graston practitioner will recommend the appropriate frequency for your condition and treatment stage – typically ranging from 2-3x a week to 1x every 7-10 days for maintenance care.

How Painful Is Graston Technique?
Some minor discomfort is expected when releasing fascial adhesions and breaking down scar tissue – comparable to a deep tissue massage. BUT – pain during treatment should NOT exceed discomfort levels of 5-6/10. If higher, the force or area requires adjustment.

Does Graston Help With Knots?
Absolutely! Graston tools effectively release bonds in muscle trigger points, loosen stiff fascia surrounding muscles prone to knotting like the upper trapezius, levator scapulae, and calf muscles, and restore flexibility to alleviate factors contributing to spasms.

About The Author

Guillermo Morales, a PT, DPT, CEO, empowers patients to unlock their full potential in Physical Therapy. Years of experience fuels their passion for helping individuals reclaim vibrant lives. At Arlington Physical Therapy in Arlington, Guillermo Morales combines innovative techniques with personalized care, tackling a broad spectrum of physical challenges.

Contact Us About Graston Technique Treatment Today

Want to learn even more about how Graston Technique can help resolve your nagging injury? Call Arlington Physical Therapy today to talk with our knowledgeable Patient Services team or request an appointment online for a thorough evaluation with Ana Maria Madrid. We help patients find hope again through trustworthy, comprehensive orthopedic rehabilitation services, and look forward to getting you back to doing what you love – pain free at last!