The Acute Effects of Manual and Instrument-Assisted Cervical Spine Manipulation on Pressure Pain Threshold, Pressure Pain Perception, and Muscle-Related Variables in Asymptomatic Subjects: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jmpt.2019.05.007
Abstract: OBJECTIVE The purpose of this study was to compare the immediate effects in asymptomatic participants of manual and instrument-assisted cervical manipulation on pressure pain thresholds, pressure pain perception, and muscle mechanical properties (tone, stiffness, and… read more here.
Keywords: pressure pain; instrument assisted; manual instrument; pressure ... See more keywords
Clinician Reliability of One-Handed Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Forces During a Simulated Treatment.
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DOI: 10.1123/jsr.2021-0216
Abstract: Clinicians utilize instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) to identify and treat myofascial dysfunction or pathology. Currently, little is known regarding the ability of clinicians to provide similar IASTM forces across treatment sessions. The authors' purpose… read more here.
Keywords: one handed; iastm; reliability; instrument assisted ... See more keywords
Therapeutic effectiveness of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization for soft tissue injury: mechanisms and practical application
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DOI: 10.12965/jer.1732824.412
Abstract: This article reviews the mechanism and effects of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), along with guidelines for its practical application. IASTM refers to a technique that uses instruments to remove scar tissues from injured soft… read more here.
Keywords: tissue mobilization; soft tissue; tissue; instrument assisted ... See more keywords
Extracorporeal Shockwave Therapy Versus Graston Instrument Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization in Chronic Plantar Heel Pain: A Randomized Controlled Trial.
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DOI: 10.7547/21-036
Abstract: BACKGROUND Although there are studies showing that extracorporeal shockwave therapy (ESWT) and instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization (IASTM) methods are effective in chronic plantar heel pain (CPHP) treatment, there is a need for studies comparing these techniques.… read more here.
Keywords: extracorporeal shockwave; soft tissue; instrument assisted; pain ... See more keywords