How We Work - Indy Muscle Therapy

How We Work

Step 1

Soften tension in areas identified as being overactive or shortened through assessments.

Therapeutic Massage Techniques:

Medical Therapeutic Massage
Myoskeletal Alignment
NeuroKinetic Therapy
Muscle Energy Technique
Trigger Point Work

Client Education & Homework:

Foam Rolling
Lacrosse Balls
Rolling Sticks
Vibration Massage
Percussive Massage

Benefits:

Reduce muscular tension
Relieve muscle soreness
Improve circulation
Flush out waste products

Step 2

Lengthen the muscles with Active Isolated Stretching or neuromuscular stretching techniques.

Benefits of AIS Stretching:

Create positive muscle memory
Increase the flow of blood, oxygen and nutrients to the fascia, muscles, tendons and ligaments
Causes less pain than static stretching
Creates strength while improving range of motion

Benefits of Stretching:

Reduce stiffness
Increase range of motion
Increase blood flow
Flush out waste products
Improve posture

Step 3

Activate the muscles identified as underactive or weak.

Strengthening Techniques:

Activate individual muscles
Prevents future likelihood of injury/ re-injury
Improves posture
Improves circulation
Improve muscular endurance
Increase strength
Improve total-body coordination
Improve movement patterns
Decreases stress & improves well-being
Enhance performance