Introduction
The Graston
Technique is an excellent blueprint for treating conventional
soft tissue injuries, whether they are acute or chronic disorders. The result:
A better opportunity for complete resolution-decreased pain, increased function
and mobility in a defined timeframe. Non-surgically. Non-invasively. Naturally.
Acute or chronic-the technique gets results.
Currently, the Technique is being used by more than 35 professional and
amateur sports organizations. In addition, Graston Technique is being taught
at four colleges, including Indiana University, where it is part of the
graduate kinesiology course curriculum for athletic trainers.
Product
Overview and Description
How does the Graston Technique Work?
The Graston Technique is an innovative, patented form of instrument-assisted
soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to effectively
break down scar tissue and facial restrictions. The Technique utilizes
stainless steel instruments designed specifically to detect and
effectively treat areas exhibiting soft tissue fibrosis or chronic
inflammation.
Treatment with the Technique is conducted in concert with a rehabilitation
regimen designed to restore athletes to their pre-injury level of
activity. This is accomplished by implementing a functional progression
program, which zeros in on imbalances throughout the kinetic chain.
Flexibility, strengthening and muscle re-education is employed to
provide the athlete/patient with optimal results within a minimal
number of treatment sessions.
The positive clinical results achieved thus far have led to additional
research that explores patient responses to the Graston Technique.
Athlete outcome data that measures pain and function - including
activities of daily living - continues to be gathered.
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Use and Procedures
The patented Graston Technique Instruments - shaped to fit the contour
of the body- are used to scan the area and assist clinicians to
locate and then treat the injured tissue that is causing pain and
restricting motion. Clinicians utilize the instruments to supply
precise pressure to break up scar tissue, which relieves the discomfort
and restores normal function.
Frequently
Asked Questions
| Q: |
How
does the Graston Technique Work? |
| A: |
It
is theorized that the Graston Technique is effective because: |
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It provides
controlled micro trauma to the affected soft tissue structures. |
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It stimulates
a local inflammatory response, which leads to remodeling and
repair of affected soft tissues structures. |
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Instruments
allow therapists to specify the area that is being treated. |
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The instruments
provide athletic trainers with a mechanical advantage, to
improve their treatment and prolong their career. |
| Q: |
Who
can benefit from the Graston Technique? |
| A: |
Individuals
who are experiencing pain and loss of motion and function
following surgery, injury, cumulative trauma disorders and
tendinitis may benefit from the Graston Technique. Some clinical
diagnoses which have responded well to the Graston Technique
include: |
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Carpal
Tunnel Syndrome (wrist pain) |
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Scars |
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Plantar
Fasciitis (foot and arch pain) |
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Adhesions |
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Cervical
Strain/Sprain (neck pain) |
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Restrictions |
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Lumbar
Sprain/Strain (low back pain) |
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Muscle
Spasms |
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Achilles
Tendinitis (ankle pain) |
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Muscle
Pulls |
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Rotator
Cuff Tendinitis (shoulder) |
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Trigger
Points |
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Patellofemoral
Disorders (knee pain) |
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Tendinitis |
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Later
Epicondylitis (tennis elbow) |
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Muscle
Strains |
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Medial
Epicondylitis (golfers elbow) |
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Shin
Splints |
| Q: |
What
are the advantages of the Graston Technique? |
| A: |
The
Graston Technique frequently provides the following advantages: |
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Effective
with chronic and acute injuries |
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Achieves
success where other forms of traditional treatments have failed. |
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Fosters
faster rehabilitation recovery, and ultimately returns the
athlete to a higher level of function after trauma, surgery
or repetitive stress injuries. |
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Reduces the need
for splints and braces. |
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Contributes
to overall reduction in health care costs |
| Q: |
Has
the FDA cleared the use of the Graston Instruments? |
| A: |
Yes,
the Graston Instruments have Food and Drug Administration
clearance. |
Articles
/ Manual
The following is a list of research studies and case reports performed
utilizing the Graston Instruments.
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Clinical
Studies |
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Rat Tendon Morphologic
and Functional Changes Resulting from Soft Tissue Mobilization: Science
and Sports Exercise. Vol. 29 No. 3 1997. Pp 313-319. |
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Traditional Physical
Therapy vs. Graston Augmented Soft Tissue Mobilization in treatment
of lateral epicondylitis: Journal of the American College of Sports
Medicine.Vol. 27 No. 5 1995. |
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Rotator Cuff Tendinosis:
DC Tracts. Vol. 14 No.1 2002. Pp 3-6. |
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The Effects of the
Graston Technique on Electrodiagnostic Testing, Objective clinical
Measures and Subjective Measurements on individuals diagnosed with
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Midwest Automotive Manufacturing Facility. |
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Case
Reports |
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Instrument-assisted
Soft Tissue Mobilization for the treatment of Carpal Tunnel
Syndrome, Laura K. Sweney, MS, PT. |
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The Use
of Instrument assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization for the Treatment
of Plantar Fasciitis, Mike Ploski, MS, PT, ATC, OCS. |
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The Use
of Instrument assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization for the Treatment
of Low Back Injury, Terry Carey, MS, PT, MTC. |
Customer
Testimonials and Example Uses
Professional Sports Teams utilizing the Graston Technique:
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| NBA |
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| Cleveland
Cavaliers |
Chicago
Bulls |
| Milwaukee
Bucks |
Philadelphia
76ers |
| Denver
Nuggets |
Miami
Heat |
| New
York Knicks |
Minnesota
Timberwolves |
Utah
Jazz
Washington Wizards
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Seattle
Supersonics |
NFL
Indianapolis Colts Jacksonville
Jaguars
Major
League Baseball
Chicago White Sox St.
Louis Cardinals
NHL
Colorado Avalanche Florida
Panthers
Universities
utilizing the Graston Technique:
University
of Illinois
Indiana University
University of Michigan
University of Colorado
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Iowa State
University
UCLA
University of
Wisconsin
University of
Texas
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University
of Oregon
Washington and
Lee University
Florida State
University |
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Other Information:
For additional information on the Graston Technique please contact
us.
Product
Ordering Information
| SH
Catalog # |
Product
Name |
| 61231 |
Graston
Technique Instruments |
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