Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization is a manual therapy approach to address soft tissue restrictions and promote healing. This technique involves the use of specialized metal tools to perform targeted mobilization of soft tissues such as muscles, fascia, and tendons.

The primary purpose of tool-assisted soft tissue therapy is to break down adhesions, scar tissue, and restrictions in the soft tissues. These adhesions can occur due to injury, overuse, or repetitive stress, leading to pain, limited range of motion, and dysfunction. By using instruments with specific shapes and edges, we can apply controlled pressure and friction to the affected areas, facilitating the release of tension and promoting improved tissue mobility.

Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization is often integrated into a broader treatment plan that may include other manual techniques, therapeutic exercises, and patient education. The technique is frequently used for conditions such as tendinopathies, myofascial pain syndrome, and soft tissue injuries.