Graston massage in Pittsburgh

Graston Technique is a patented form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) developed in the 1990s, using a set of six stainless steel instruments specifically designed to detect and treat restrictions in the myofascial tissue. Practitioners use the beveled edges of the instruments to scan the skin's surface, identifying areas of fibrosis, scar tissue, and fascial adhesion through the tactile feedback the instruments provide. Once located, these restrictions are addressed through controlled, targeted strokes that are intended to stimulate a local inflammatory response, initiating the body's tissue remodeling process and promoting the breakdown of dysfunctional collagen. Graston Technique is commonly used in rehabilitation and clinical settings for conditions including tendinopathy, plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome, rotator cuff injuries, and post-surgical scarring. Practitioners must complete certification training through the Graston Technique organization, and the method is most commonly found in the practices of physical therapists, chiropractors, and athletic trainers, though licensed massage therapists with appropriate training also offer it.