What is manual therapy?
Manual therapy is a physical movement therapy procedure. It is performed by specially trained physiotherapists and aims to improve the mobility of muscles and joints and relieve pain. Characteristic of manual therapy are certain mobilization techniques, for example stretching or extending limbs and joints with the help of traction stimuli (traction treatment, extension treatment).
When do you use manual therapy?
Manual therapy can help with a wide variety of musculoskeletal dysfunctions. Common areas of use are:
- Spinal disorders (including herniated discs)
- @ Back pain
- Joint pain
- Muscle pain
- Special indications for extension therapy: rheumatic diseases, sciatica (irritation of the sciatic nerve) and joint arthrosis
How is manual therapy applied?
Grip techniques
The therapist can move the affected body parts quickly and forcefully to work on blockages (manipulative technique). Alternatively, slow stretching can be used to gently improve mobility (mobilizing technique).
Traction treatment
Important areas of application for traction treatment are:
- Spinal complaints (including herniated discs)
- Back painJoint pain
- Muscle pain
- Rheumatic diseases
- Sciatica (irritation of the sciatic nerve)
- Joint arthrosis
How is a traction treatment applied?
The following procedures are available for traction treatment:
Spine Stretcher: The Spine Stretcher is used to stretch and relieve the spine. The flat, slightly curved device has several rubber rollers. For treatment, the patient lies down on the device for some time. In addition, exercises can be performed in this position, which increases the training effect.When is traction treatment not suitable?
When is manual therapy not suitable?
What should I pay attention to before and after manual therapy?
Once the symptoms have subsided as a result of manual therapy, you should actively do something to prevent them from recurring. Doctors and physiotherapists recommend regular training to strengthen the musculoskeletal system and prevent future dysfunctions. In this way, the effect of manual therapy can be preserved permanently.
