Why Choose Manual Therapy?
Benefits of Manual Therapy?
Manual therapy is a specialized form of treatment in osteopathy and physical therapy that uses precise techniques to relieve pain and optimize the mobility of your joints and tissues. It’s not just about the major joints – even the smaller ones are mobilized to enhance your overall movement patterns.
Book an appointment
In a nutshell
What is Manual Therapy?
Manual therapy includes all specialized manual techniques to optimize the mobility of your joints and other tissues in the musculoskeletal system. This includes fascia, muscles, ligaments, organs, and even bones.
The range of treatments spans from gentle mobilizations to myofascial techniques and even manipulations – the well-known "adjustment techniques" (HVLA – High Velocity Low Amplitude), which are particularly used by our osteopaths. These diverse techniques enable us to choose the right treatment for every situation.
Book an appointment
Manual Therapy in Detail
The art of manual therapy lies in precise diagnostics and the targeted application of various techniques. Skilled hands detect movement restrictions and treat them with specific maneuvers. It's about much more than just releasing blockages—it's a holistic approach that considers the complex interconnections of your musculoskeletal system. Every structure in your body is linked to others: a blocked sacroiliac joint can cause knee pain, tense neck muscles can lead to headaches. Manual therapy identifies these biomechanical chains and addresses not just the symptoms, but also the underlying causes.
The unique aspect of Manual Therapy is the variety of available techniques and their precise adaptation to your individual needs. While gentle mobilizations enhance joint play and stimulate the production of synovial fluid, targeted soft tissue techniques can release tense muscles and loosen adhered fasciae. The treatment always follows biomechanical principles and respects your body's natural axes of movement. This ensures that the therapy is not only effective but also gentle.
Techniques
An Overview of the Key Techniques
What techniques are used in manual therapy?
The Treatment Process
At the start, a thorough examination of your symptoms takes place. Specialized tests are used to identify movement limitations and locate the affected structures. This precise diagnosis is the foundation for successful treatment.
Based on the findings, a tailored treatment plan will be created. The best techniques for you will be selected—from gentle mobilizations to targeted manipulations—ensuring a confident and aspirational approach.
The techniques are applied with precision and moderation. During mobilizations, you'll feel gentle, rhythmic movements. During manipulations, a short, targeted thrust is delivered – often accompanied by an audible 'crack,' which is harmless and indicates the release of a blockage.
After the manual therapy, it's crucial to integrate the newly acquired mobility. Your therapist will guide you through specific exercises you can do at home to maintain and enhance the benefits of the treatment.
Book an appointment
Who is Manual Therapy suitable for?
Manual therapy is well-suited for both acute and chronic musculoskeletal issues. You particularly benefit from it if you suffer from the following problems:
Acute Concerns
Sciatica and acute back blockages
Fresh injuries after accidents or falls
Sudden limitations in movement
Acute Neck Tensions
Restricted ribs causing breathing difficulties
Chronic Limitations
Prolonged Joint Stiffness
Recurring back pain
Mobility Limitations After Surgery
Joint pain caused by arthritis
Chronic Muscle Tension
Special Situations
Challenges during/after pregnancy
Residual complaints after injuries
Empowering mobility in later years
Sports-related Overloads
Posture-related challenges
What can you do yourself?
Manual therapy is particularly effective when you actively participate
