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Hypervolt Deep Tissue Myofascial Release
By Diana Back Pain, Chronic Pain, Physical Therapy, Physiotherapy , , , , , , , , , ,

Hypervolt Deep Tissue Myofascial Release Massage

Hypervolt Deep Tissue Myofascial ReleaseOne of the newer tools at Rehab Guru Physical Therapy in Omaha is a deep tissue myofascial release massager called the Hypervolt.  The Hypervolt provides relief from muscle pain and tightness from overuse or underuse.  People who sit at desks all day find relief for stiff neck muscles and traps.  Athletes find relief for tight calves, arms and legs.  It even helps provide foot pain relief for runners or those who suffer from Plantar Fasciitis.  The cordless technology allows us to use it just about anywhere, and unlike other professional vibration massage tools, the Hypervolt is very quiet.  It has multiple settings that we tailor to your needs, with some patients preferring the lower settings and other preferring the fastest setting which delivers up to 3200 percussions per minute.  

We use the Hypervolt in combination with other physical therapy modalities to help relax contracted muscles and increase blood flow and circulation.  We recommend the hypervolt be used in combination with other treatments such as specific stretching exercises, dry needling, cupping, Graston and deep tissue laser therapy to reduce swelling and pain and restore range of motion.  We also teach you techniques you can easily do at home or to mildly work knots out and keep muscle and connective tissue loose.  Whether your pain and stiffness is acute or chronic, we will work with you to find the right combination of both old and new physical therapy techniques to keep you feeling your best.

See the Hypervolt in use on Victoria, one of our patients who suffers from chronic pain due to early onset rheumatoid arthritis:

Call us today at 402-740-8400 to see which combination of therapies might be right for you.  Or you can even direct message us on our Facebook page.

 

 

By Diana Chronic Pain, Physical Therapy, Physiotherapy, Studies , , , ,

PT and Myofascial Pain Syndrome

Finding Effective Treatment for Myofascial Pain Syndrome

One of the lesser-known disorders that causes debilitating discomfort and fatigue is myofascial pain syndrome, or MPS. It is somewhat similar to fibromyalgia, as the patient feels pain at trigger points and in muscles at various places in the body. The term myofascial refers to the connective tissue covering the muscles, which is medically known as fascia.

working out knots in upper backAbout Trigger Points

Trigger points are exceptionally sensitive areas of the muscles that may feel achy in general and especially uncomfortable when someone presses directly on them. People commonly refer to them as knots.

A person with MPS also experiences muscle discomfort in other areas that seem unrelated to the trigger points. Doctors call this referred pain.

Patients with this disorder may experience sudden muscle spasms at times with even more intense discomfort.

Diagnosing MPS

The condition is referred to as a syndrome because it is diagnosed through a group of symptoms associated with MPS. As of yet, there is no definitive diagnostic procedure like a blood test or imaging technique that can verify a patient has the disorder.

Treatment for MPS

A doctor may treat the knots with injections of a local anesthetic, or a combination of an anesthetic and a corticosteroid. This allows the muscle to relax.

Physical therapy can be very effective for these patients, and massage therapy is recommended as well.

Medication for Related Issues

Certain factors that aggravate MPS symptoms create a vicious cycle. Lack of sleep, for instance, can worsen symptoms, while chronic pain can easily disrupt sleep. Stress and depression make the patient feel worse physically, while the condition itself causes stress and emotional strain.

The doctor may prescribe pain relief medication or muscle relaxants that have sedating effects. The patient takes these before bedtime. Antidepressant medication may be helpful as well, as many of these drugs also are pain relievers. The patient then benefits both from mood improvement and reduced physical discomfort.

Seeking Help From a Physical Therapist

Patients dealing with these debilitating symptoms are strongly encouraged to seek treatment at an integrated health center or a pain management clinic. Receiving a combination of conventional and complementary therapies tends to have the best results.  At Rehab Guru Physical Therapy, we offer several modalities of treatment for your myofascial pain.  Please text or call us at 402-740-8400 or schedule an appointment online and together we will create a treatment plan that is right for you.

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By design2017 Cupping, Physiotherapy, Studies, Work Injury , , ,

Cupping for Musculoskeletal Injuries

Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine in which a therapist puts special cups on your skin for a few minutes to create suction. It has become a very popular treatment to relief muscle pain and muscle tightness.  The advantage of cupping over regular massage is that you get a nice stretch on the fascia which is the taut covering over the muscles. People get it for many purposes, including to help with pain, inflammation, blood flow, relaxation and well-being, and as a type of deep-tissue massage.

Cupping is a wonderful option to improve fascial mobility and decrease muscle pain. 

Rehab Guru Physical Therapy offers cupping.  Cupping does not hurt, in fact it helps loosen up the soft tissue and loosen the muscles, it increases the blood flow through tight muscles and works great with improving tissue mobiility.  For more info visit our cupping therapy page and also we'd love it if you connect with us on Facebook.
 
 
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By design2017 Physical Therapy, Physiotherapy, Studies, TMJ Pain , , , , ,

Temporomandubular Joint Pain – Also known as TMJ

What is “TMJ” ?
The temporomandibular joint is the joint that connects your jaw to your skull. When this joint is injured or damaged, it can lead to a disorder called temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome.

What Causes TMJ? 
Causes of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome include injury to the teeth or jaw, misalignment of the teeth or jaw, teeth grinding, poor posture, stress, arthritis, and gum chewing. However, there are several factors that contribute to overall facial pain, this can include neck pain, sitting posture, jaw alignment, daily habits and total body posture.

How Can I Treat this condition? 
Our philosophy for all treatment is to look at all possible causes and create a comprehensive plan for relief. We incorporate hands on techniques,  home stretching and patient education to treat those with facial pain.

Go here for more on the treatment of TMJ/TMD Pain

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