INSTRUMENT ASSISTED SOFT TISSUE MOBILIZATION
instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization enables clinicians to effectively break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions. The technique utilizes specially designed stainless-steel instruments to specifically detect and effectively treat areas exhibiting soft tissue fibrosis or chronic inflammation.
Originally developed by athletes is an interdisciplinary treatment used by more than 18,000 clinicians worldwide — including physical and occupational therapists, hand therapists, chiropractors, and athletic trainers. instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization is utilized at some 1,960 outpatient facilities and 53 industrial sites, by more than 284 professional and amateur sports organizations, and is part of the curriculum at 57 respected colleges and universities. World-class, professional, and amateur athletes recognize this technique as a successful way of treating and managing soft tissue injuries. In addition, people in all types of work environments can suffer from sprains, strains, and repetitive stress injuries that can be effectively treated by instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization.