Who can do Graston Technique?
The Graston Technique is often practiced by chiropractors, osteopathic physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, and some licensed massage therapists and athletic trainers.
Is Graston Technique legitimate?
Unfortunately, there’s no good evidence yet that ART or Graston (or any soft-tissue manipulation therapy) can influence the microscopic structure of a healing tendon or muscle in an athlete.
Does insurance cover Graston Technique?
Is Graston covered under insurance? The Graston Technique is covered when it is used in conjunction with your physical therapy program. Once you have completed your treatment, you also have the option to receive this beneficial treatment on a self-pay basis.
Is graston and gua sha the same?
Graston is focused more on the breaking up of adhesions and healing through the start of the inflammatory process; whereas Gua Sha is focused on bringing toxins and excessive heat to be released at the surface of the body. Both techniques are effective in promoting healing.
Can you graston yourself?
Self-treating with the wrong tools and without expert help can cause more harm than good. I have seen patients try to perform a Graston-like technique at home using butter knives or wrenches. Unfortunately, they often apply too much pressure or target the wrong areas, making the problem worse.
Does graston increase blood flow?
Using GT as a more controlled form of massage may produce beneficial increases in blood flow in injuries where arterial flow is decreased.
Can graston help cellulite?
IASTM and Graston Massage are Good for Your Skin-Yep. When fat pushes through the fascia, it can become stuck and create the dents known as cellulite. People are using Graston massage to decrease cellulite. The treatments stretch the connective tissues, evening it out and removing those crevices.
Is it normal to bruise after graston?
You can expect bruising and redness after receiving Graston Technique®. You do not have to worry about it. These are temporary symptoms that will dissipate slowly over the next few days, and are part of the normal process of recovery.