At TRYAbility, the goal of our manual therapy is to develop an individualized treatment plan to address musculoskeletal and nerve pain, range of motion limitations, and decrease swelling.
Who it helps
Everyone can benefit from manual therapy because of the positive effects it can bring, namely reducing pain and increasing relaxation. A study showed that such therapy can decrease cortisol (the stress hormone) by 31% on average and increase dopamine and serotonin (the “feel good” hormones) by 28-31%.
Results
The impact of positive touch can also be an incredible benefit, especially when so often “poked” and “prodded” at doctor’s appointments and being “handled” by caregivers. The positive touch associated with manual therapies can be a great comfort and improve the connectedness one can feel to their body.
Your role
It is so important as the client to be sure you are speaking up for yourself and making your preferences known. Communication with your therapist is key to developing the best treatment plan for you as an individual. This may include discussing areas that are your priority and need special attention, speaking up if any techniques are painful or make you uncomfortable for any reason, and feeling free to ask questions if you are uncertain why some techniques are used or other areas are being addressed. You are always welcome to have a family member or friend with you during the session if that will make you more comfortable.
Our therapists enjoy educating their clients during therapy sessions, because often musculoskeletal pain in one area is a result of tightness/muscle restriction in another area. It is important to our therapists that their clients understand why they are working in certain areas and how those areas relate to their pain or restrictions.
This is an individual craft and no two sessions will be the same nor will two therapists be the same. It is important to feel comfortable in communicating your needs and goals with your therapist and it is the therapist’s responsibility to address those needs and goals, while putting you at ease.
Ready to get started?
Call 331.775.2813 or request a tour online.