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IASTM

Fettle Health & Heal

Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)

IASTM is a manual therapy technique that utilizes specialized instruments to treat soft tissue injuries, restrictions, and dysfunctions.

Key Components

Instrument design: IASTM instruments are typically made of stainless steel or titanium and Marbles have beveled edges, allowing for precise application of pressure.

Soft tissue mobilization: The instruments are used to apply gentle, sustained pressure to specific areas of soft tissue restriction, promoting tissue relaxation and mobilization.

Fascial manipulation: IASTM targets the fascial system, which surrounds and supports muscles, bones, and other soft tissues.

Therapeutic Effects

Tissue relaxation: Reduces muscle tension and spasm

Increased range of motion: Enhances joint mobility

Pain reduction: Decreases pain and inflammation

Tissue repair: Stimulates cellular response, promoting tissue healing and repair