The Graston Technique and Sound-Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization (SASTM) is a fairly new, instrument-aided approach to identifying and breaking down scar tissue and restrictions that develop due to injuries, surgeries and everyday wear-and-tear on our muscles, ligaments and tendons. By skillfully using the various curves and edges of specially designed instruments, therapists can more easily feel and isolate these major and minor restrictions.

Therapists can then effectively use the instruments to comb over the unique contours of different parts of the body – catching on, separating and breaking down scar tissue, as well as stretching tissue and muscle fibers with significantly less pressure than other therapy techniques. As a result, the benefits of the Graston Technique and SASTM often include decreased treatment time, maximum comfort to the patient and faster recovery. Combined with exercise, stretching and strengthening programs, you can quickly heal and rehabilitate injured tissues.