Manual therapy, often referred to as manipulative therapy, is a broad clinical approach utilized by trained practitioners to assess and treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction, as well as general health and well-being. This category encompasses a variety of specialized techniques that leverage hands-on movements and manipulations of the body’s muscles, joints, and connective tissues.
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Tailored to each client’s unique needs, manual therapy sessions aim to reduce pain, increase mobility, decrease inflammation, induce relaxation, and improve function and posture. While primarily focused on physical ailments, manual therapy also aids in stress relief and enhances psychological well-being, making it a versatile tool in holistic health care.
To distinguish from a general massage, which typically involves full-body sessions, certain manual therapies focus on specific areas of concern to provide more precise and targeted treatment.
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