Graston and cupping therapy are two forms of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) treatment. Each treatment incorporates stainless steel tools and specialized cups to break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions to increase blood flow, relieve pain, and accelerate recovery rates from soft tissue injuries. As a recently certified provider, MuscleMend is excited to apply these beneficial therapies to anyone with muscle strains, chronic pain, or tightness. Treatments can be applied individually or as a two-fold process for specific treatment plans.
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Both Graston and cupping can alleviate pain, discomfort, and limited mobility caused by scar tissue by breaking up these hardened areas and improving healing rates.
Soft tissues are often the source of chronic pain and inflammation, and the unique treatment process of Graston and cupping combines to relieve this discomfort even in severe cases.
Dispersing scar tissue and alleviating fascial restrictions leads to a noticeable and immediate increase in blood flow and better circulation of nutrients to affected and treated areas.
With more blood flow, better mobility, and less scar tissue, patients who undergo Graston Technique® and cupping at MuscleMend notice an accelerated rate of recovery.
A typical Graston and cupping treatment session lasts about 30 to 50 minutes but can vary depending on the specific ailments or conditions. These separate services are not required to use in tandem, but can be according to specialized treatment plans. The cupping portion usually lasts long as the cups are left in place for several minutes or moved across the skin to deliver optimal relief and results.
Anyone looking to expedite recovery times from muscle strains or other overuse injuries is an ideal candidate for Graston and cupping treatment services from MuscleMend.
This debilitating injury is due to inflammation in the plantar fascia on the bottom of the foot, and Graston can reduce tension in the area, restore mobility, and reduce discomfort.
These large muscle groups are known to hold extensive tension, which leads to chronic conditions that limit activity, impact performance, and can cause pain.
Breaking up hardened scar tissue is among the leading reasons for employing Graston and cupping therapy, which can help improve overall well-being and mobility.
Understanding Graston and cupping is an important part of the treatment process, and we want our patients to feel comfortable with their plan. From learning more about the applicable injuries that can be treated with this type of therapy, to the session duration and costs, MuscleMend Physical Therapy believes in transparency and delivering optimal results with our patient-to-patient treatment plans.
If you have any questions about our services and how our physical therapy and soft tissue mobilization treatments can help you feel more like yourself, send us a brief message, and we will get in touch!
