Types of Soft Tissue Mobilization/Manipulation
- Strain - Counterstrain
- ASTYM - Graston Technique
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)
- Manual traction
- Trigger Point Therapy / Myofascial Release
- Cross friction
As you watched the linked videos, notice the body mechanics, application of anatomy knowledge, and whether or not the treatment is considered active or passive. See if you can anticipate the impairments and the functional improvements that may result from integrating these manual techniques into a treatment session.
Note - the linked videos are intended to provide examples. You will not be expected to repeat or evaluate what is demonstrated. It is included so you can start to generate an idea of how these interventions are applied in clinical practice.
Examples of Strain Counter Strain
Overview of Trigger Points and Myofascial Release
Approaches used in Physical Therapy for Joint Mobilization
These examples are introducing the concept of joint mobilization, which will be covered more in depth in your Applied Kinesiology course
Kaltenborn method
Maitland techniques (PAIVMs) Posterior-anterior intervertebral motion
Mulligan technique - Mobilization with Movement
Cross Friction Massage
Recreational versus Therapeutic Massage
Recreational : use of a variety of manual techniques to promote relaxation and general wellness, relieves stress; no identifiable health problem.
Therapeutic: in addition to recreational outcomes, mobilization of structures to prevent deformity, decrease pain and swelling, and promote functional independence in person who has a heath problem.