Graston

If you're struggling with soft tissue injuries or chronic pain, Graston Technique can offer the relief you need. At Hughes Health, we use Graston and instrument assisted techniques to break down scar tissue, improve mobility, and speed up recovery. Whether you're recovering from a sports injury, dealing with repetitive strain, or experiencing muscle tension, Graston is designed to address the root cause of your discomfort — getting you back to feeling your best, faster.

If you're ready to treat the deep tissue problems, schedule a consultation today to see if Graston is right for you. Let's design a treatment plan that targets your specific needs.

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Find Relief with Graston in Westerville, OH

Are You Tired of Living with Pain or Discomfort?

Scar tissue and muscle adhesions can limit your movement and cause lingering pain. Graston and instrument assisted soft tissue therapy uses specialized instruments to break down these restrictions, restoring flexibility and function. Whether you’re recovering from an injury or dealing with chronic stiffness, this technique helps you move freely again. We'll help you recover faster, move better, and live pain-free so you can get back to doing what you love.

What Is Graston?

Graston Technique is a specialized form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) that uses stainless steel tools to detect and treat areas of the body with scar tissue, adhesions, and fascial restrictions. This hands-on therapy involves the therapist using specially designed instruments to gently scrape the skin, applying controlled pressure to affected tissues. This stimulates the healing process by breaking up scar tissue and promoting blood flow to the area, which accelerates recovery.

The technique is often used to treat chronic conditions and soft tissue injuries, helping to improve movement, reduce pain, and restore function.

Who Can Benefit from Graston?

Graston Technique is ideal for anyone suffering from:

Chronic pain or stiffness due to soft tissue injuries
Athletes looking to recover from muscle strains, tendon injuries, or sports-related injuries
Individuals recovering from surgery who have developed scar tissue or muscle restrictions
People with repetitive motion injuries or conditions caused by overuse
Those experiencing limited mobility due to tight or damaged tissue

How Does It Work?

✅ Break Down Scar Tissue and Adhesions: The specialized tools used in Graston Technique help break up scar tissue and adhesions, which can form after an injury, surgery, or due to repetitive motion. Scar tissue can restrict movement, cause pain, and slow healing, but Graston helps to release and remodel the tissue.

✅ Improve Blood Flow: The scraping motion stimulates blood flow to the affected area, helping deliver oxygen and nutrients to the tissues. This promotes faster healing and reduces inflammation.

✅ Increase Range of Motion: By targeting and treating areas with scar tissue and tight fascia, Graston Technique improves flexibility and range of motion, making it easier for you to move without pain.

✅ Reduce Pain: Graston Technique can help alleviate chronic pain by breaking down the tissues that may be contributing to discomfort, such as tight muscles, tendons, or fascia.

✅ Enhance Healing: The increased blood circulation encourages the body’s natural healing processes, allowing tissues to recover more quickly and efficiently.

What Are the Top 5 Conditions Graston Treats Best?

Plantar Fasciitis: Graston Technique is highly effective for treating the heel pain associated with plantar fasciitis. By breaking down scar tissue and adhesions in the fascia, it helps to restore flexibility and reduce pain in the feet.
Tennis Elbow (Lateral Epicondylitis): Graston helps treat the tightness and pain that result from overuse in the elbow, breaking down scar tissue in the tendons and improving the range of motion in the arm.
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: For individuals with carpal tunnel syndrome, Graston can release tightness in the wrist and forearm muscles, improving circulation and alleviating pressure on the median nerve.
Shoulder Impingement Syndrome: Scar tissue and muscle tightness around the shoulder can restrict movement and cause pain. Graston Technique targets these tissues, releasing adhesions and restoring mobility.
Knee Pain & Patellar Tendonitis: Graston can help treat knee pain and tendonitis by breaking down scar tissue and promoting healing in the tendons and muscles around the knee joint, improving function and reducing pain.

What's the Difference Between Graston and Gua Sha?

Both Graston Technique and Gua Sha are forms of manual therapy that use scraping motions to improve soft tissue health, but there are some key differences between the two:

Tools: Graston Technique uses specialized stainless steel instruments that are specifically designed to detect and treat scar tissue and adhesions. These tools are finely crafted to provide a controlled, consistent pressure during treatment. On the other hand, Gua Sha uses simpler tools, often made from jade or other smooth stones, to apply pressure to the skin.
Technique: While both treatments involve scraping motions, Graston Technique is more targeted and focused on breaking down scar tissue and improving mobility in specific areas. Gua Sha tends to be more generalized and is often used in traditional Chinese medicine to stimulate blood flow and relieve tension in a wider area of the body.
Purpose: Graston Technique is specifically used for treating musculoskeletal injuries and conditions caused by scar tissue and soft tissue restrictions. Gua Sha, while it can also promote healing, is more commonly used for general wellness, improving circulation, and releasing tension, often in a more relaxed setting.

Break Down Scar Tissue and Restore Mobility at Hughes Health!

If you've tried other treatments without success, Graston could be the missing piece of your treatment plan. Whether you’re an athlete looking to return to peak performance or someone struggling with daily discomfort, we'll find the best plan to unlock your peak performance.

Why Choose
Hughes Health?

We take pride in providing evidence-based non-invasive approaches to healthcare. Our goal is to identify the root cause of your discomfort and pain to then provide effective and personalized treatment plans to help you achieve long-lasting results. Experience the difference of personalized, advanced care by scheduling your appointment today.