IASTM:

IASTM (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization) is a skilled therapeutic modality that includes the use of specialized tools, usually made of stainless steal, to manipulate soft-tissues such as muscles, tendons and ligaments. When scar tissue is created after injury, new cells are laid down excessively and in a disorganized manner. Scar tissue/adhesions prevent the muscle, tendons or ligaments from lengthening appropriately. By introducing controlled microtrauma to affected soft tissue using Soft Tissue Realignment Massage, a local inflammatory response is stimulated. This microtrauma initiates reabsorption of inappropriate or excessive scar tissue and facilitates a healing activity resulting in remodeling of affected soft tissue structures. With Soft Tissue Realignment Massage, scar tissue can be remodeled so that the cells become organized in a direction that better promotes movement.