Distance runners are particularly susceptible to overuse injuries because the stress of increased mileage puts tremendous strain on the musculoskeletal system. Without sufficient rest following normal ...

Muscle scraping, or instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), is a therapeutic technique used to enhance muscle recovery, release tension, and improve mobility. It combines ancient ...

A clinical trial is underway on two physical therapy regimens to treat plantar fasciitis, which causes stabbing heel pain. Hand manipulation therapy is being compared with instrument-assisted therapy ...

Background Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) and percussion massagers are myofascial release techniques that have shown acute and residual effects for improving lower extremity ROM.

Aging joints, past sports injuries and overuse of muscles can sometimes lead to joint pain, tendinosis and ligament sprains. While many of us are familiar with the pain and sprains, not everyone has ...