Manual Therapy

At Paradigm Physical Therapy, we practice a variety of manual physical therapy techniques to help our patients move their health forward and improve their quality of life.

What Is Manual Therapy?

Manual physical therapy is a type of treatment that involves a therapist using their hands to apply pressure and manipulate the soft tissues to relieve pain and improve range of motion. This style of therapy can be used to treat a wide variety of symptoms and conditions, making it a versatile treatment option for many people. Manual physical therapy is often performed alongside other types of Rehabilitation techniques, such as exercise or pain-relieving modalities. By passively moving joints, massaging body regions, or stretching muscles, manual therapists can tap into their extensive knowledge of anatomy and pathology to provide targeted, individualized treatment. This allows for a well-rounded approach to addressing numerous concerns. Some of the benefits of manual physical therapy include improved pain levels, increased range of motion, and reduced stiffness. If you are experiencing any of these issues, manual physical therapy may be a good treatment option for you.

Types of Manual techniques

Manual therapy is considered a "hands-on" treatment because each technique within this category involves the therapist physically touching you. The therapist will use different manual techniques depending on the condition being treated, but all manual therapies share the goal of reducing pain and improving range of motion.

Hands on techniques can include:

After a thorough evaluation, your physical therapist can provide you with more information about which hands-on techniques may be useful to you. manual therapy is an effective and safe treatment option for many musculoskeletal conditions, and it can be used as a standalone treatment or in combination with other treatments such as exercise and stretching. If you are experiencing pain or Limited range of motion, talk to your physical therapist about whether manual therapy may be right for you.

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FAQ’S

What is manual therapy good for treating?

The goal of manual therapy is to improve range of motion, reduce pain, and restore normal function. Common techniques used in manual therapy include massage, stretching, and mobilizations. Manual therapy can be applied to joints, muscles, or nerves and the aims of treatment include pain reduction, increasing range and quality of joint movement, improving nerve mobility, increasing muscle length, and restoring normal function.

What are some benefits of manual therapy?

Is manual therapy painful?

It's a common misconception that manual therapy is always painful. While it's true that the therapist is manipulating a painful or tight area, manual therapy doesn't have to hurt. The discomfort is often inherent in the process, but it shouldn't be excessive. If you're experiencing pain during manual therapy, let your therapist know so they can adjust their technique. Manual therapy is an important part of physical therapy and can be very effective in treating pain and improve range of motion.

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2022-03-16

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2022-01-29

For months after my car accident I felt like I was getting no answers or effective treatment from various doctors. One of them finally referred me to Paradigm for physical therapy and it was a game changer. I left after the first session already feeling improvement. Dr. Bill is excellent. He is determined to help you feel better and offers options for treatment that were not available at my previous PT. The entire staff is amazing as well.

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2022-01-28

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2022-01-28

As always , the staff is extremely accommodating and friendly. What they do there helps, and I feel better with every treatment. Only place I choose to go.

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2022-01-25

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