Myofascial Technique in Buffalo
What is Myofascial Technique?
Myofascial technique is a type of soft tissue massage therapy that focuses on relieving the pain from your myofascial tissues. These are the specific tissues that extend throughout your entire body and provide support and protection to bones and muscles. Your physical therapist can find the spots where this connective tissue is not as mobile under light pressure, called trigger points. These points are stiff and anchored within the tissue. The physical therapist focuses light pressure and stretching to help loosen up the restricted movement, which usually leads to reduced pain.
Benefits of Myofascial Technique
Some of the benefits of myofascial technique include:
- Releasing “knots” or points of tension
- Improving function
- Improving flexibility
- Enhancing circulation
If myofascial therapy was recommended for you, the doctors here at BC + PT are able to walk you through each step, and what you can expect from the treatment.
Percussive Massage in Buffalo
What is Percussive Massage therapy?
Percussive massage therapy is the application of a massage gun to applicable areas. Using a percussive massage machine, physical therapists apply rapid repetitive pressure on specific points of the body. Percussive massage is able to work deeper into the muscle than vibration therapy. There has even been research published by the Journal of Clinical and Diagnostic Research that has found percussive therapy to be as effective as massage therapy in preventing onset muscle soreness. It’s a treatment that has been utilized by athletes both professional and recreational alike, and when in the hands of a professional such as the doctors here at BC + PT can be beneficial to patients who have pain in their soft tissue.
Contact the professionals at Buffalo Chiropractic & Physical Therapy today to learn more about percussive massage therapy in Buffalo.
Benefits of Percussive Massage
Percussive massage is beneficial for many reasons. Here are a few:
- Pain relief: Percussive therapy can be highly effective in alleviating pain from chronic conditions like arthritis, muscle strains, and even headaches.
- Improved range of motion: By reducing tightness and adhesions, percussive massage can significantly improve your ability to move freely.
- Enhanced athletic performance: Athletes can benefit from percussive therapy to improve flexibility, reduce muscle soreness, and increase blood flow for optimal performance.
- Stress reduction: The percussive action can promote relaxation and help alleviate stress and tension.
Improved circulation: Increased blood flow can promote healing and deliver essential nutrients to muscles.
The physical therapists at BC + PT are all specially trained in utilizing this manual technique. They will gladly guide you through the process of a percussive massage and any other of the therapies they perform during your treatment process.
Who Can Benefit from Percussive Massage Therapy?
Percussive massage therapy offers a wide range of benefits for people of all ages and activity levels. Here are some examples:
- Athletes: Percussive therapy can be a valuable tool for athletes to improve performance, reduce soreness, and enhance recovery.
- Individuals with chronic pain: Percussive massage can be helpful in managing pain from various conditions like arthritis, muscle tension, and fibromyalgia.
- People with injuries: Percussive therapy can be used as part of a physical therapy program to aid in recovery from injuries.
- Those seeking stress relief: The percussive action can promote relaxation and help alleviate stress and tension.
