IASTM at Lawlor Clinic IASTM is a relevantly new type of manual therapy that is changing the way chronic and acute soft tissue injuries are treated. The use of stainless steel instruments allows our team to target and break down soft tissue and myofascial tightness which are so often the cause of pain and dysfunction. How does it work and what are the potential benefits? Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM) uses specialised hand­held medical grade stainless steel instruments. Our practitioners brush or glide these instruments against scar tissue, adhesions or fascial tightness, in a form of cross ­friction massage helping to reduce pain and improve mobility of the tissues. It can also be used to stimulate a local inflammatory response that supports rebuilding of injured soft tissue. At the Lawlor Clinic we use IASTM with our expertise in Active Release Techniques (ART®) to help speed up the recovery from soft tissue related injuries. Common Conditions treated with IASTM: Achilles Tendinitis Plantar Fasciitis Patello­femoral Disorders Rotator Cuff Injuries Iliotibial Band (ITB) Syndrome Chronic Ankle Sprains Post­ Surgical Knee Pain Tennis & Golf Elbow Chronic muscle tears What Next? Meet With One Our Specialists You can expect a high level of … Continue reading Instrument Assisted Therapy