Treatment
An important aspect of our approach, is that every form of treatment be “evidence based”. This means we must have observed positive research in clinical trials for every form of treatment we implement before it can be applied to a patient.
The types of manipulation we use to treat various conditions, have had positive clinical trials, demonstrating how they positively affect typical patient complaints, such as back, neck or extremity problems. We most commonly use diversified and flexion-distraction manipulation. In addition to manipulation we also frequently include exercise to aid in the rehabilitative process. Four main forms of exercise are used; stretching, stabilization, strengthening and aerobics, which includes activities such as walking or biking.
As patients improve, they progress to more advanced forms of exercise until a satisfactory level of function is attained. At this time patients are transitioned into independent home exercise programs that will help reduce the chance of relapse and ultimately help keep the condition from returning.
We also use many soft-tissue treatments in our care of tendon injuries. One of the more common soft-tissue techniques we use is, Graston technique.
We have been impressed by research commonly available on this technique. Background on this technique with research citations may be found at www.grastontechnique.com.
Other forms of treatment include acupuncture which we have used since the early 1990’s. The demand for acupuncture and research to support its use has continued to grow over the years.
Often, we use additional therapies to help the healing process, such as hot packs and/or electrical muscle stimulation just prior to treatment. This helps prepare soft-tissue components of the affected area for manipulation. |
