Discover The Benefits of the Graston Technique in NW Calgary
Graston Technique is an evidence-based form of instrument-assisted soft tissue therapy that utilizes a stainless steel tool to help treat soft tissue injuries. This technique helps increase blood flow to the area being treated, aids in tissue healing, reduces tightness and eliminates knots, helps with pain, reduces inflammation, and can help break down scar tissue.
Who can benefit from Graston technique?
Graston therapy provides great relief for individuals with chronically tight muscles, muscle, tendon and ligament injuries and those with scar tissue due to surgery or injury. Some examples of conditions that Graston therapy is beneficial for include:
- plantar fasciitis
- tennis and golfer’s elbow
- muscular strains
- shoulder impingement
- carpal tunnel syndrome
- ankle sprains and more
Side Effects
Although the therapy can be uncomfortable while it is being administered, patients often find incredible results after and typically see immediate improvement. Immediately following a treatment there is often redness, some tenderness and there may be some slight bruising. The side effects do reduce with subsequent treatments and should not last more than 48-72 hours.
The Graston Technique is offered at Synergea Family Health Centre in NW Calgary by Dr. Elaine Screaton & Dr. Sydney Granger. Contact us today to schedule your appointment and experience the difference the Graston Technique can make for your body!