Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Therapy In Calgary

IASTM

What is Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization Therapy (IASTT)?

IASTT is a form of soft tissue mobilization technique that utilizes plastic or metal instruments to help identify scar tissue built up sites and to break down scar tissue to promote healing

IASTT mode of treatment is to reintroduce a small amount of trauma to the injured tissue area, causing temporary local inflammation, which increases the rate of blood flow, healing factors and nutrients to promote the healing process of the injured tissues.


What can each IASTT help with?

  • Tendonosis

  • Tennis and Golfer’s Elbow

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Iliotibial Band Syndrome

  • Post-Surgical Fibrosis

  • Chronic Ligament Injury

  • Neck and Back Pain

  • Sports Injuries

  • Shoulder Pain


Benefits of IASTT

IASTT is great for helping decrease scar tissue and pain, and helps increase spinal joint ranges of motion, circulation and tissue relaxation. When combined with chiropractic care, it amplifies the therapeutic effect and speeds up your recovery.


Why choose Dr. Chou for IASTT?

Dr. Chou is trained in using IASTT to help locate areas of tissue adhesions that contribute to tissue dysfunction and injury. IASTT can help promote the healing process for injured tissues.