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Body Tempering
Body Tempering is a soft tissue treatment method that was developed by Donnie Thompson in 2014. The technique entails using weighted steel cylinders to apply deep and heavy pressure to muscles. It has been clinically proven to be beneficial for athletes as an alternative to traditional stretching, foam rolling, and deep tissue mobilization. Body tempering can help repair muscle strains, increase soft tissue extensibility, reduce pain, and improve soft tissue elasticity for load absorption, ultimately reducing the risk of soft tissue injury. Additionally, it can help reduce the overloading of “Cinderella fibers” by improving the load tolerance of neighboring fibers, thereby reducing muscle fatigue and spasm. Body tempering, in comparison to foam rolling, and TheraGun for muscle recovery, produced improved vertical jump performance post-treatment. Athletes who received body tempering also reported feeling more relaxed and experiencing less soreness than the other two comparison groups. Body tempering can help prepare soft tissue for activity and improve muscle recovery with longer-lasting results than static stretching, massage, or other soft tissue interventions. Body tempering can stimulate improved strength and flexibility.
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilizations (IASMT)
Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) is a soft-tissue treatment technique that uses tools made of metal or plastic to perform targeted massage and manipulation of soft tissue. There are multiple techniques within IASTM that can help to break down scar tissue and adhesions, reduce inflammation, and improve range of motion. This technique is often used to treat conditions like muscle strains, tendinitis, and chronic pain. Practitioners can perform skin, fascial, nerve gliding, and neuro-sensory pain modulation through tissue mobilization with specific mechanoreception stimulation. Despite the hard-edged nature of the tools, IASTM techniques do not need to be aggressive to deliver effective outcomes. Light stroking techniques can be just as effective, and more pressure can be utilized as desired, making IASTM a versatile and effective addition to your comprehensive physical therapy treatment plan.
Cupping
Looking for a unique approach to soft tissue mobilization? Cupping therapy may be just what you need. Unlike traditional massage, which applies compressive or translatory forces to the tissues, cupping creates a decompressive force by lifting the skin, tissue, and muscle upwards. This unique force can offer relief from the constant pushing, pulling, and compressing your tissues experience every day. Cupping can be done in two ways: static cupping, where cups are left in place for a specified time, or dynamic cupping, where the cups are moved around on the skin or paired with specific movements. By increasing blood flow and circulation, relieving muscle tension, and promoting cellular repair, cupping can help manage pain, form new connective tissue, and create new blood vessels. And as a complementary treatment, cupping can be a wonderful addition to your rehabilitation and wellness routine.
Blood Flow Restriction Therapy
Blood flow restriction therapy (BFR), also known as occlusion training, is a rehabilitation technique that involves using a specialized cuff to partially restrict blood flow. The goal is to allow blood flow into the muscle and restrict blood flow out of the muscle. This technique has been shown to increase muscle strength and size, improve endurance, improve bone health, and accelerate recovery. By restricting blood flow, BFR triggers a series of physiological responses, including the release of growth factors and an increase in muscle protein synthesis, that promote muscle growth and repair. BFR is commonly used in physical therapy to help patients recover from injuries, surgery, or other conditions that limit their ability to exercise at high intensity. It is also used by athletes and fitness enthusiasts to enhance their performance and improve their overall fitness level.
Athletic Wellness and Performance
No Pain? That’s Great! Let’s keep you out of pain and performing your best!
Take a proactive approach to your health and schedule a full body evaluation today, rather than waiting for pain to arise. By undergoing a thorough functional movement screening, you will be able to continue playing and competing at a high level while also avoiding injury. Our bodies are master compensators, and these compensations can eventually lead to injury if not addressed. We can optimize your movements and help you achieve your BEST.
Functional Movement Screening / Injury Prevention Screening
Why wait until after you are injured or suffering with pain? Access valuable information about your mobility, strength, and functional movement. We can help you to understand any mobility restrictions, strength imbalances, or other risk factors for injury. We will help you design custom programming to address any identified issues and optimize your wellness.
Annual Wellness Screening
You get your blood work done every year, why not get an assessment of your physical mobility and functional strength? We will complete a total body screen as well as a lifestyle screen. The goal is to identify any issues before they become a big program and give you specific advise to resolve these limitations early so you can avoid injury and pain.
Expert Exercise Prescription:
Depending on your evaluation and diagnosis, we will prescribe targeted movement and strength training. We will also prescribe Balance and Stability Work, agility training, Neuromuscular Re-education and corrective exercise as needed.
Taping
Kinesiology Tape (Rocktape) can be utilized in your plan of care to facilitate recovery, movement tolerance, posture control, stability and healing as indicated.
Sports Physical Therapy
Expert physical therapy care to get you back to playing and competing as quickly as possible. Receive VIP service to ensure you recovery quickly, restore strength and build back stronger than ever!
Return To The Gym
This Return to the Gym Program has been designed by the Doctors of Physical Therapy at Clinical Marketer PT specifically to allow those who are having pain with squats, deadlifts, lunges, bench press, etc… to get back to the gym and doing these movements pain free.
Return To Golf
The Healthy Swing Program has been designed specifically by our golf performance specialists here at Clinical Marketer PT. No matter your handicap, our specialists work with you to improve your swing and get you through your round pain free.
Return To Climbing
Return To The Sport
Return To Running
This Return to Running Program has been designed specifically by our running specialists here at Clinical Marketer PT. Our running specialists have worked with all levels whether it be recreational runners who want to be able to run their first 5K all the way up to runners competing in ultramarathons trials.
Return To Painfree Lifestyle
What Makes Alpha Osteopractic Different
1-on-1
One-on-One For A Full Hour With Your Doctor of Physical Therapy, Every Visit
Accessibility
24 Hour Response Time
Wholistic Care
You're More Than A Diagnosis
Cost Transparency
You'll Never Get a Bill From Us Months Later After Your Visit
Relatability
We Understand the Demands of Your Life and/or Sport
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