Manual Therapy
Are You Looking For Safe and Effective Pain Relief?
Do you have pain as a result of an accident, disease, or surgical procedure? It can be difficult to determine the best course of treatment for your specific needs, but manual therapy can help. Our Wilmington, NC physical therapists use a variety of tools and treatment techniques to relieve pain while also improving the body's function. If you experience persistent, nagging pain, manual physical therapy can be helpful.
What is manual therapy?
Manual therapy is a form of hands-on therapy that is used to assist physical therapists in mobilizing rigid joints and soft tissue. This advanced form of therapy assists in the reduction of swelling, reduction of restraint, mobilization of joints, and enhancement of mobility.
Is manual therapy painful?
In short, no! Manual therapy is safe, non-invasive, and painless. Our Wilmington, NC physical therapists are highly trained medical practitioners who appreciate both the body's weaknesses and its capabilities. Many patients find progress after only one session of manual therapy! It does not necessitate the use of any dangerous drugs to work. Instead, our physical therapists use a range of strategies to move the tendons, ligaments, and joints in ways that alleviate discomfort and facilitate healing. They also assist in the removal of scar tissue and the reduction of swelling.
What benefits does manual therapy offer for chronic pain?
Manual therapy is a vital aspect of a successful physical therapy treatment plan, as it helps to reduce pain and swelling, minimize inflammation, and increase range of motion. Your physical therapy recovery plan will most likely involve a variety of treatments, each aimed at improving a particular bodily function.
Various manual therapy techniques
There are a variety of manual therapy techniques available. These may include:
Manual Traction
The therapist applies gentle pressure to gently stretch the soft tissues and restore regular, natural motion. Commonly used on the neck, arms, legs, and back.
Soft Tissue Massage
Physical therapy massage treatments are treatment-oriented, using deep pressure and rhythmic stretching to break up scar tissue and adhesions caused by inflammation or injury, increasing blood flow and circulation.
Mobilization
Secure, efficient, and painless procedures that enable the range of motion to be increased and the mobility of restricted joints to be enhanced.
Get Back to Living a Full, Happy Life
Manual therapy can help you get back to enjoying a full, happy life. Our dedicated physical therapists are eager to meet with you to get you moving once again. Request an appointment at Lumina Wellness Physical Therapy today!

