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What is the recommended duration for holding the stretch in the pin and stretch technique?
What is the recommended duration for holding the stretch in the pin and stretch technique?
In cross friction massage, how should the applied force be oriented relative to the tissue fiber direction?
In cross friction massage, how should the applied force be oriented relative to the tissue fiber direction?
Which materials are commonly used in the construction of instruments for Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)?
Which materials are commonly used in the construction of instruments for Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)?
What is the current level of evidence supporting the claim that soft tissue mobilization techniques effectively break down fascial restrictions?
What is the current level of evidence supporting the claim that soft tissue mobilization techniques effectively break down fascial restrictions?
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Which of the following is specifically identified as a technique used within Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)?
Which of the following is specifically identified as a technique used within Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)?
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Which of the following is considered a primary indication for soft tissue mobilization?
Which of the following is considered a primary indication for soft tissue mobilization?
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Which condition is a contraindication for performing soft tissue mobilization techniques?
Which condition is a contraindication for performing soft tissue mobilization techniques?
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Altered skin sensation is best categorized as what in relation to soft tissue mobilization?
Altered skin sensation is best categorized as what in relation to soft tissue mobilization?
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According to the presented information, the primary mechanism by which soft tissue mobilization achieves short-term benefits is considered to be:
According to the presented information, the primary mechanism by which soft tissue mobilization achieves short-term benefits is considered to be:
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Which of the following best describes the effleurage technique in soft tissue mobilization?
Which of the following best describes the effleurage technique in soft tissue mobilization?
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Petrissage technique is characterized by which type of application?
Petrissage technique is characterized by which type of application?
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A trigger point is best described as:
A trigger point is best described as:
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In 'Pin and Stretch' technique, what is the primary action performed?
In 'Pin and Stretch' technique, what is the primary action performed?
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Study Notes
Soft Tissue Mobilization Overview
- Soft tissue mobilization is a manual therapy technique targeting soft tissues.
- Techniques aim to improve pain, range of motion (ROM), and function.
- Short-term improvements are observed, but longer-term tissue changes are not consistently supported by high-quality evidence.
- Neurophysiological effects play a key role, with the approach impacting the patient's nervous system.
Objectives
- Understand indicators and contraindications for soft tissue mobilization.
- Demonstrate proficiency in common soft tissue mobilization techniques.
Mechanisms, Indications, and Contraindications
- Mechanisms: The presentation discusses neurophysiological effects, but highlights the lack of strong evidence for lasting structural changes to tissues.
- Indications: Pain, muscle guarding/spasm, restricted range of motion (ROM), scar tissue, fluid mobilization, and muscle stimulation are listed as potential indications.
- Contraindications: The following are listed as contraindications: skin conditions (open wounds, rashes, burns), infection, fever, suspected deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or clotting disorders, phlebitis, active bruising, and congestive heart failure.
Precautions
- Altered skin sensation
- Immune system disorders
- Areas around fractures or joint instability
Soft Tissue Mobilization Techniques
- Overview: Techniques discussed include effleurage, petrissage, trigger point therapy, pin and stretch, and cross-friction massage are part of the overall approach.
- Effleurage: Gentle, broad strokes for relaxation, circulation, and warming up tissues.
- Petrissage: Deeper pressure, kneading movements, slow and rhythmic, to decrease tension and spasm, and reduce pain.
- Trigger Point Therapy: Targeting hyperirritable spots within taut bands of muscles with focused pressure until discomfort subsides as a method of releasing trigger points.
- Pin and Stretch: Applying pressure to a trigger point while stretching the opposing muscle line of force.
- Cross-Friction Massage: Treating hypersensitive connective tissues using stacked fingers and applying forces perpendicular to the tissues' fiber orientation
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)
- Description: utilizes tools like Graston, ASTYM, or Gua Sha to stimulate fascia and fibroblasts for improved vibratory perception within soft tissues, aiming to improve tissue texture distinction.
- Mechanisms: Claims exist about breaking fascial restrictions and scar tissue, though evidence is cited as lacking high-quality support. However, some evidence exists regarding increasing fibroblast activity and neurophysiological effects.
- Techniques: Presentation mentions brushing, sweeping, fanning, and strumming.
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This quiz explores the manual therapy technique known as soft tissue mobilization, focusing on its mechanisms, indications, and contraindications. Understand the neurophysiological effects it creates and evaluate short- versus long-term outcomes. Test your knowledge on techniques aimed at improving pain and range of motion.
