An Introduction

Graston Technique®

incorporates the use of patented stainless-steel instruments to aid the clinician in the detection and treatment of soft-tissue dysfunction.

GT InstrumentsGT Instruments How Do the Instruments Work?The GT instruments detect and amplify soft tissue restrictions similar to how a stethoscope amplifies the sound of the heartbeat.

How Are the Instruments Used?Skilled clinicians use the stainless steel instruments to comb over and "catch" on fibrotic tissue, which immediately identifies the areas of restriction. Once the tissue has been identified, the instruments are used to break up the scar tissue so it can be absorbed by the body.

TreatmentIt is common to experience minor discomfort during the procedure and some bruising afterwards. This is a normal response and part of the healing process.

Patients usually receive two treatments per week over 4 to 5 weeks. Most patients have a positive response by the 3rd to 4th treatment.

The Benefits of GT• Separates and breaks

down collagen cross-links and splays

• Stretches connective tissue and muscle fibers

• Increases skin temperature• Facilitates reflex changes

in the chronic muscle holding pattern

The Benefits of GTThe Benefits of GT• Alters spinal reflux

activity (facilitated segment)

• Increases the rate and amount of blood flow to and from the area

• Increases cellular activity in the region, including fibroblasts and mast cells

The Benefits of GTThe Benefits of GT• Increases histamine

response secondary to mast cell activity

• Decreases overall time of treatment

• Fosters faster rehabilitation/recovery

• Reduces need for anti-inflammatory medication

The Benefits of GTThe Benefits of GT

•• Resolves chronic Resolves chronic conditions thought to conditions thought to be permanent be permanent

•• Allows patients to Allows patients to continue to engage in continue to engage in everyday activitieseveryday activities

ResultsHistorically, the Graston Technique®

has resolved 87% or more of all conditions treated. It is equally effective on restoring function to acute and chronic injuries, and pre- and post-surgical patients.

Clinical IndicationsClinical Indications• Tendinopathies

– Lateral Epicondylosis– Medial Epicondylosis– Supraspinatus

Tendinosis– Achilles Tendinosis– Patellar Tendinosis

• Fascial Syndromes– Plantar Fasciitis– ITB Syndrome– Compartment Syndromes– DeQuervains Syndrome– Trigger Finger

• Myofascial Pain Syndromes

Clinical Indications• Entrapment

Syndromes– Ulnar Entrapment– Carpal Tunnel– Thoracic Outlet

• Ligament Pain Syndromes– MCL and LCL Sprains–– Coronary Ligament Coronary Ligament

Sprains Sprains –– AC Ligament SprainsAC Ligament Sprains–– Ankle SprainsAnkle Sprains

• Scar Tissue/Adhesions • Edema Reduction

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Absolute ContraindicationsAbsolute Contraindications• Open wounds/unhealed suture sites/sutures• Thrombophlebitisa• Uncontrolled hypertension• Inflammatory conditions due to infection• Contagious or infectious skin conditions• Hematoma/Myositis Ossificans• Osteomyelitis• Unstable fractures

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