Manual Therapy Techniques
With a combined total of more than 200 years, our therapists have undergone extensive post-graduate training in a variety of physical therapy techniques. HANDS-ON MANUAL THERAPY training has provided patients with the best results. Our therapists have studied with renowned instructors and developers of a variety of specific manual therapy techniques such as John Barnes’ myofascial release, Dr. Upledger’s craniosacral therapy, Mulligan mobilization with movement, Phil Greenman’s Principles of Manual Therapy, Barral’s visceral and neural mobilizations, and extensive training in the advancements of manual therapy techniques by Brian Tuckey of Jones Fascial Counterstrain.
WHAT DO WE MEAN BY MANUAL THERAPY?
At Daulton Physical Therapy and Fitness, we take a holistic, hands-on approach that treats the body as a whole not just the site of pain. While traditional physical therapy often focuses on exercise alone, manual therapy uses skilled touch to identify and release restrictions in joints, fascia, and muscles that may be fueling pain and inflammation.
We combine these techniques with individualized exercises and education for lasting results. Research shows that manual therapy plus targeted exercise leads to faster recovery, less pain, and improved mobility compared to exercise alone.
MORE ABOUT FASCIAL COUNTERSTRAIN
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Specifically, the focus of Fascial Counterstrain is to identify and correct the underlying cause of pain and dysfunction, not just treat the symptoms. Initially developed over a 40-year period by Dr. Lawrence Jones, DO, "Strain" Counterstrain was a revolutionary treatment technique using a positional release or passive tissue shortening to provide lasting results with no side effects for a myriad of medical conditions. Brian Tuckey PT, OCS, JSCCI, trained by Dr. Jones, Advanced this technique with a deeper understanding of the specific systems of the human body affected by these releases ,and then developed an incredibly accurate assessment technique to get to the source of dysfunction as rapidly as possible. This gentle soft tissue manipulation technique is painless, releases muscle and connective tissue spasms from all systems of the human body, including the circulatory, lymphatic, muscular, adipose, nervous, and visceral systems. Many of these specialized techniques were developed over a 15 year period and are still under development as Brian continues to move into the deeper systems of the brain, that when dysfunctional, trigger many of our chronic conditions. (Visit Brian’s website at www.tuckeypt.com for more detailed information on this unique, effective approach, or visit this site for more info ).
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT AT DAULTON PHYSICAL THERAPY
Our TOTAL BODY BALANCING approach to physical health and wellness combines
➢ A THOROUGH ONE-HOUR evaluation addressing all your concerns
➢ Skilled HANDS-ON MANUAL THERAPY techniques
➢ EVIDENCE-BASED specific exercises to enhance our Manual Therapy Approach
➢ Patient education
➢ 1:1 55 MIN treatment sessions (cash/Insurance), ​or PREMIER sessions of 80 min each (cash - only)
➢ Skilled treatment by seasoned physical therapists trained in manual therapy techniques
➢ Transition to a safe home exercise program, fitness classes, and self-management techniques ​
Our comprehensive full-body evaluation identifies imbalances, restrictions, and dysfunctions. We listen to your concerns and together establish a treatment plan that addresses your goals with therapy. You can expect to be treated holistically and completely, likely different than you have experienced in other therapy clinics. Our comfortable environment invites you to relax and feel the difference manual therapy can make in your body and life.​​
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Physician referral not required for initial examination
Most insurances accepted - please call for verification (844) DAULTON or (844) 328-5866 (toll-free).