Soft Tissue Therapy

Soft tissue therapy is a form of manual therapy that targets not just the muscles, but also the tendons, ligaments, and fascia – the connective tissue that encloses and stabilizes muscles and organs. This form of therapy can be particularly beneficial for those suffering from acute and chronic pain, muscle tension, and restricted movement due to its primary objective of reducing muscle tension and enhancing overall function.

Soft Tissue Therapy: Your Path to Pain-Free Mobility

Soft tissue therapy aims to alleviate pain, improve function, and decrease muscle tension. Soft tissue therapy goes beyond merely addressing symptoms, targeting the root cause of the problem and promoting long-term wellness. Several techniques may be utilized depending on your specific condition and needs. These may include trigger point therapy, a method that focuses on relieving tight areas within muscle tissue causing pain in other parts of the body; practitioner-assisted stretching, which involves the therapist aiding in strategic stretching to improve flexibility and range of motion; and instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization, which employs specialized tools to deliver targeted treatment.

My Approach

I offer an evidence based and patient centered approach to pain education and management

Initial Assessment

A thorough in-person history and physical examination allows me to have a better understanding of you, your health history, your health & wellness goals, as well as your pain experience to determine the best treatment options available.

Individualized Treatment Plan

No cookie cutter approaches – my practice puts you first. My commitment is to ensure that you feel seen, heard, and understood by your healthcare team. I create individualized treatment plans that take into consideration your treatment preferences, research recommendations, and my own professional experience to help you achieve meaningful and impactful health goals

Ongoing Guidance and Support via Email

We all know how busy life gets, and sometimes it’s easy to not prioritize our own health and wellbeing. I offer ongoing guidance and support via email to help you stay accountable to your health and wellness goals, even when other life priorities are competing for your time and energy!

Collaboration with other Healthcare Providers

I appreciate the role of all healthcare professionals within the healthcare system. As such, I foster an interprofessional and collaborative approach to the care of each of my patients to ensure they get the care they need and deserve, whether it be with me or another healthcare provider.