Physical Therapy Manual Therapy

Manual therapy is an advanced form of physical therapy that consists of specific, hands-on examination and treatment techniques commonly used in combination with other therapies and education to address pain and function loss.

The physical therapist uses their hands to apply pressure on joints and soft tissues such as muscles and ligaments to reduce pain and dysfunction. Pain reduction is one primary goal of manual therapy, but these techniques offer several other benefits. Skilled hands-on movements of joints and soft tissues are used to:

• Control pain

• Facilitate tissue repair

• Improve range of motion

• Increase tissue extensibility

• Manipulate/mobilize soft tissues and joints

• Reduce restriction, swelling, and inflammation

And what’s one more amazing side effect of manual therapy? Many patients find it incredibly relaxing too and feel great after having it.