Graston is a non-invasive technique that uses specially designed stainless steel instruments to help identify and treat areas exhibiting soft tissue fibrosis or chronic inflammation. By using the Graston Technique the doctor is able to penetrate the tissue enough to affect change, yet be able to take into account the patient’s level of comfort and adjust accordingly.
As Graston is performed on the specific area it releases adhesions, breaks up scar tissue, and fascial restrictions allowing room for healthy tissue to grow. Once the scar tissue and restrictions are eliminated, range of motion will increase and associated pain will be diminished.