Manual Therapy

Manual therapy is a hands-on treatment by clinicians to treat muscle aches, joint pain, and limited range of motion. It encompasses a variety of techniques including soft tissue mobilization of muscles, specific joint mobilization, and joint manipulation.

The three most notable forms of manual therapy are:

  1. Manipulation is the application of a rapid force into a joint(s). Manipulation is often associated with an audible popping sound called cavitation.
  2. Mobilization is a slower, more controlled process of articular and soft-tissue stretching intended to improve joint mobility.
  3. Massage is typically the repetitive rubbing, stripping or kneading of muscle and fascia tissues to facilitate healing.

Manual therapy has been proven to be an important part of an overall conservative treatment plan for a variety of conditions including:

  • Adhesive Capsulitis
  • Shoulder Impingement
  • Shoulder Stiffness/Limited Range of Motion
  • Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis)
  • Golfer’s Elbow (Medial Epicondylitis)
  • Pinched Nerves
  • Limited Joint Range of Motion
  • Capsule Tightness
  • Postsurgical Stiffness
  • Much More

Manual therapy is typically part of a complete treatment plan that is customized for your specific needs. Give us a call to learn how we can incorporate manual therapy into your rehabilitation program.

Bountiful

1551 S. Renaissance Towne Dr.
Suite 440, Bountiful, UT 84010
Phone: (801) 683-8040
Fax: (801) 797-9243

Clinton

1448 N 2000 W Suite 7
Clinton, UT 84015
Phone: (801) 217-3510
Fax: (385) 393-8578

Brigham City

984 Medical Dr., Suite 3
Brigham City, UT 84302
Phone: (435) 239-8104
Fax: (435) 239-8415

Layton

1992 W. Antelope Dr., Suite 1D
Layton, UT 84041
Phone: (801) 773-2633
Fax: (801) 773-1553

Farr West

2850 N 2000 W suite 107
Farr West, UT 84404
Phone: (801) 689-2389
Fax: (801) 689-3215