Dry needling is a technique used by physical therapists to treat acute and chronic pain by improving blood flow and relaxing the muscles. It involves a thin filiform needle that penetrates the skin and underlying muscle and connective tissue.

Soft Tissue Mobilization (STM) is a technique in which the therapist uses his/her hands or a tool (IASTM) in order to relieve myofascial trigger points, reduce swelling and inflammation, relax tight areas and promote healing.

Cupping is a soft tissue technique in which cups lift the skin and underlying tissue to improve blood flow, remove fluid stasis/byproducts, and release adhesions.

Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training is a technique that combines low intensity exercise with blood flow occlusion that produces similar results to high intensity training. BFR training is able to achieve results similar to high intensity exercise by recreating a hypoxic environment using a cuff. This technique is particularly beneficial to post-op, arthritic, and/or any patient that can not tolerate high intensity exercise and is in need to strength gains.

Joint Mobilization is a manual therapy technique that involves a skilled passive movement to the joint complex that aims at improving motion and decreasing pain. The passive technique can be applied at varying speeds and amplitudes and may be accompanied by an audible crack.

Handheld dynamometry is a tool to accurately measure strength. Strength in physical therapy has traditionally been measured using an MMT which is inconsistent. Various reports have shown a 15% reduction in shoulder strength is required to determine a 4/5 MMT(weakness). This lack of sensitivity highlights the need for hand held dynamometry. At PhysioFit, we believe in a thorough evaluation that starts with an accurate assessment in your strength. Handheld dynamometry allows us to accurately determine your strength deficiencies and asymmetries in order to best program your rehab.