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Manual therapy, also known as mobilization or manipulative therapy, is a form of hands-on treatment where a physiotherapist carefully moves the tissues and joints of the body to restore movement and relieve pain.
Research studies indicate that this treatment is essential for recovery from many musculoskeletal issues and injury types.
The goal of manual therapy is to treat the neuro-orthopaedic aspect of the patient’s condition. The application of this treatment addresses the condition directly, rather than just its symptoms. Manual therapy involves the evaluation and treatment of musculoskeletal system using specialized movements applied by a trained professional.
When Can It Be Used?
Manual and manipulative therapy is effective in regions throughout the body. For example,in the head, manual therapy, headaches and jaw pain. Within the neck, this therapy is used to treat chronic neck and spine pain, whiplash, and radiating nerve pain.
Manual therapy is applied to the mid-back to treat muscle imbalances and shoulder blade pain. It is used in other parts of the back to attend to pelvic pain, a herniated disc, and degenerative disc disease. Within the arms, it is applied for cases of tennis elbow, fractures and rotator cuff pain. In the legs, manual therapy is used to treat movement loss and pain from joint replacements, ankle sprains and arthritis.
Benefits of Manual and Manipulative Therapy
In cases like chronic or acute shoulder pain, manual therapy can reduce discomfort.
It also addresses problems in the fascia, mobilization of nerves, and soft-tissue injury. Following treatment, patients report that the muscles feel loosened and relaxed, with a sensation of increased circulation. The aim is to allow movement to extend beyond the restricted range of motion the patient is experiencing.
Our clinic sites are recognized as facilities providing advanced manual and manipulative therapy treatment, and it is a component of most treatment plans. Many of our clinic associates are Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Manipulative Therapy(FCAMPT).
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Frequently Asked Questions About Manual Therapy & Manipulative Therapy
What are some manual therapy techniques?
Manual therapy techniques include soft tissue mobilisation, joint mobilisation and joint manipulation. These are all hands on skills performed by a physiotherapist.
What is the difference between manual and physical therapy?
Manual therapy is one of the tools used by physiotherapists to achieve desired patient outcomes. Physiotherapy is an overarching term that includes any intervention performed by a physiotherapist.
How does manual therapy reduce pain?
Manual therapy works to restore normal movement in the joints can help calm muscles in a state of spasm. Physical inputs to the body from motion and touch flood the nervous system with sensory signals. These signals tell your body where your limbs lie in space and what is occurring in the muscles and joints. Your brain prioritizes these signals, which helps block the transmission of pain.
How do you manipulate muscles?
A variety of soft tissue techniques exist. Most often it involves the physiotherapist using their hands or a small tool to put pressure on or friction a muscle belly. Stretching techniques can also be used to restore length to muscles that have become overly short.
What is manual therapy for neck pain?
Manual therapy for back and neck pain may include manual stretching of the spinal musculature to restore length, direct soft tissue release techniques to reduce tone, and joint mobilisation or manipulation techniques to restore motion that has been lost in the spine.
What is manual therapy for back pain?
Manual therapy for back and neck pain may include manual stretching of the spinal musculature to restore length, direct soft tissue release techniques to reduce tone, and joint mobilisation or manipulation techniques to restore motion that has been lost in the spine.
Is manual therapy the same as massage therapy?
Massage therapy primarily focuses on soft tissue techniques that address the muscles and fascia. While manual therapy by a physiotherapist may incorporate some soft tissue techniques, the primary focus is often restoring joint mobility and function. This is achieved by the use of joint mobilisation and manipulation techniques.
Bryce Lee
13 September 2023
Adam was super. Always positive and very encouraging thru my rehab.
Marcello Sapienza
10 August 2023
Excellent service . I highly recommend this clinic. Teresa the receptionist is very helpful and nice . Adam is a knowledgeable physiotherapist. And Fatima is a very good acupuncturist .
Samantha Duncan
25 July 2023
Excellent experience with Adam - thorough and very personable.
Kristin Patterson
26 June 2023
Marshall was very helpful and professional and worked with me on a very painful knee injury. i began a few months ago barely able to bend it or walk up and down stairs and have improved greatly with his program. i am now able to run up and downstairs with no problems and am almost back to 100%. the receptionists are also accommodating and professional and were easily able to process insurance claims, answer questions, and reschedule appts when i was sick or something came up. i was very impressed by my experience here and would recommend it wholeheartedly to anyone looking for a new physio!
Adriano Trapani
13 June 2023
Great experience. I had foot pain that wouldn’t go away so I came here and found so much assistance in regaining my mobility.
Kartik Uppal
8 June 2023
Went to the Pape and Danforth clinic for a massage with Robert. Customer service from initial onset was with Therese. Was very patient with me when it came to form filling and billing. Robert was also extremely good at working on my pain points and being thorough with his explanations. Overall great massage, experience and education!
AD
26 March 2023
Everyone at this clinic is very kind and professional- Would recommend!
Efficient Sense
7 January 2023
Trevor is great! He has guided me on my road to recovery. Staff is also friendly and knowledgeable. Nachi is also great!
Lucy Barron
5 December 2022
I would highly recommend the services of Trevor - he provided excellent care. I received a thorough assessment and a clear treatment plan. Trevor is knowledgeable, friendly and is a good communicator. The office is well-equipped and Mina at the front desk was always very welcoming.
Sabrina Oliver
15 November 2022
I have seen Trevor for several different problems over the years and he has always done an amazing job helping me with my recovery. He is knowledgeable in many areas and always happy to answer questions and explain what he is doing. He is thorough with assessment and treatment so you always feel like you are in good hands. He is also very honest and won't push you to keep coming if he doesn't feel you need it. Mina at the front desk is really welcoming and the clinic is very clean and comfortable. Overall a great physio experience and would highly recommend to anyone!
