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At InTouch Therapy, IASTM is used alongside hands-on physiotherapy and exercise-based rehabilitation to help improve tissue mobility, restore movement, and support your body’s natural healing process. Every treatment plan is personalised to your condition, goals, and stage of recovery. InTouch Therapy offers IASTM as one of several specialised treatment options to complement its evidence-based physiotherapy services.
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Muscle tightness, scar tissue, and restricted movement can all make everyday activities feel more difficult than they should. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing a long-standing musculoskeletal condition, or looking to improve your mobility, Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Massage (IASTM) can be an effective addition to your rehabilitation programme.
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Massage (IASTM) is a specialised manual therapy technique that uses carefully designed handheld instruments to assess and treat muscles, tendons, ligaments and connective tissues.
These instruments allow your Physiotherapist to identify areas of tissue restriction and apply targeted treatment to help improve tissue mobility and movement. IASTM is often used alongside manual therapy, therapeutic exercise and other physiotherapy techniques to support a comprehensive rehabilitation programme.
IASTM may be beneficial for a variety of musculoskeletal conditions, including:
Following a thorough assessment, your Physiotherapist will determine whether IASTM is an appropriate treatment option for your individual needs.
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Your first appointment begins with a detailed assessment to understand your symptoms, movement patterns and recovery goals.
If IASTM is appropriate, your treatment programme may include:
Some people experience mild tenderness or temporary redness in the treated area following treatment, which is a normal response and usually settles quickly.
At InTouch Therapy, IASTM is never used in isolation. It forms part of a personalised rehabilitation programme designed to address the underlying cause of your symptoms and support long-term recovery.
Our team provides:
Founded by Dr Tanaeya Burch, InTouch Therapy combines advanced physiotherapy techniques with compassionate, personalised care to help people move better, stay active and regain confidence in everyday life.
Want to learn more about muscle health, soft tissue injuries, and rehabilitation?
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