What is the purpose of IASTM?

Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) is a set of handheld instruments we use to break down the scar tissue and fascial restrictions in your soft tissues. This includes your muscles, ligaments, tendons, nerves and fascia.

Does IASTM hurt?

Does IASTM hurt? IASTM is a pain-free treatment that may feel similar to a deep massage. You might experience some redness after treatment, but this will go away within a day or two.

Do you use lotion with Iastm?

During an IASTM session, we’ll use a metal instrument directly on your skin with lotion to help identify restrictions, and then apply moderate pressure to the underlying tissue. The goal is to trigger an inflammatory healing response.

How often should Iastm be done?

The frequency of IASTM, in general, was one to two sessions per week for 4–5 weeks, but it may vary depending on the severity of the injury and the rehabilitation program.

What can Iastm treat?

Instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) is a popular treatment for myofascial restriction. IASTM uses specially designed instruments to provide a mobilizing effect to scar tissue and myofascial adhesions. Several IASTM tools and techniques are available such as the Graston® technique.

What is Iastm in physical therapy?

Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) is a technique we often use in physical therapy. IASTM works like a standard massage, but specialized instruments are used in place of a physical therapist’s hands. These instruments allow more direct treatment of the soft tissues involved with movement.

What is Iastm therapy?

What are the benefits of Iastm?

Benefits of IASTM

Increased collagen production.
Decreased pain.
Restoring proper function.
Speeding up recovery time.
Reducing inflammation.
Improved mobility.
Alleviating chronic pain conditions.
No downtime, you can continue activities as normal.

What is iastm and how does it work?

IASTM uses specially designed instruments to provide a mobilizing effect to scar tissue and myofascial adhesions. Several IASTM tools and techniques are available such as the Graston® technique.

What is iastm (instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization)?

What is iastm treatment for myofascial restriction?

What is Ergon iastm technique?

We introduce you to the holistic ERGON IASTM TECHNIQUE therapy, praised by therapists and patients alike for its efficiency. You build your knowledge on basic concepts of soft tissue treatment, fascia therapy and myofascial release. Theory is followed by hands-on guided application of ERGON IASTM basic techniques.