An Advanced Method to
Decrease Pain &
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Sports Teams & Institutions that use GT
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What is a Graston Technique®? Graston Technique is a form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to effectively reduce scar tissue and fascial restrictions for less pain and increased mobility or increased range of motion.
• Decreases overall time of treatment
• Fosters faster rehabilitation/recovery
• Reduces need for anti-inflammatory medication
• Patient continues to engage in everyday activities
"soft tissue instrument assisted mobilization, which is a form of manual therapy designed to break down scar tissue and restrictions that are usually associated with some form of trauma to the soft tissue (such as a strained muscle, pulled ligament, tendon and fascia)." Thomas E. Hyde, DC, DACBSP, CKTP, FCCSS (Hon)
"If you are new to Graston, DO NOT BE AFRAID...IT WILL CHANGE YOUR LIFE" actual patient testimony
Michael Phelps & Graston Technique in Details Magazine Aug 2012
Spine-Health: Graston Technique Treatment - What to Expect by Thomas E. Hyde, DC
Spine-Health: Description of Graston Technique Therapy by Thomas E. Hyde, DC
Spine-Health: Graston Technique: An Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manual Therapy for Back Pain by Thomas E. Hyde, DC
ACA's Healthy Living: Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Manipulation for Soft-Tissue Injuries
Conditions treated by Graston Technique:
- Cervical Sprain/Strain (neck pain)
- Whiplash
- Headaches
- Tension Headaches
- TMJ PainLumbar Sprain/strain (back pain)
- Trigger Finger
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (wrist pain)
- Lateral Epicondylitis (tennis elbow)
- Medical Epicondylosis (golfer’s elbow)
- Rotator Cuff Tendinosis (shoulder pain)
- Biceps Tendinitis / Tendinosis
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Groin Sprain
- IT Band Syndrome
- Patellofemoral Disorders (knee pain)
- Hamstring Strain
- Shin Splints
- Achilles Tendinosis (ankle pain)
- Plantar Fasciitis (foot pain)
- Muscle Strain
- Scar Tissue
- Fibromyalgia***
Professional Sports Organizations Using Graston Technique® | ||||
NBA | ||||
Atlanta Hawks Boston Celtics Charlotte Bobcats Cleveland Cavaliers Denver Nuggets Golden State Warriors Miami Heat Milwaukee Bucks |
Minnesota Timberwolves New Jersey Nets New York Knicks Philadelphia 76ers San Antonio Spurs Utah Jazz Washington Wizards |
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NFL | ||||
Atlanta Falcons Cleveland Browns Houston Texans Indianapolis Colts Jacksonville Jaguars Minnesota Vikings New England Patriots |
New York Giants Pittsburgh Steelers San Francisco 49ers St. Louis Rams Tampa Bay Buccaneers Tennessee Titans Washington Redskins |
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NHL | AHL | |||
Colorado Avalanche Nashville Predators Toronto Maple Leafs |
Norfolk Admirals | |||
MLB | ||||
Chicago White Sox Cincinnati Reds Cleveland Indians Kansas City Royals Milwaukee Brewers Minnesota Twins New York Mets |
New York Yankees Norfolk Tides (AAA Minor League) Seattle Mariners St. Louis Cardinals Texas Rangers Toronto Blue Jays Washington Nationals |
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Professional Golf | ||||
PGA Tour | Champions Tour | |||
Soccer | ||||
Arsenal Football Club (EPL) Everton Football Club (EPL) Fulham Football Club (EPL) |
Wolverhampton Wanderers FC (EPL) New England Revolution US Soccer |
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Amateur Sports Organizations Using Graston Technique® | ||||
American University |
Rowing Canada Aviron St. Mary’s University St. Louis University St. Thomas Aquinas HS — Fort Lauderdale San Diego Miramar College San Francisco Unified High School District San Jose State University Seattle Pacific University Seattle University Soka University of America Southwest Baptist University Stonehill College Texas A&M University Texas State University Texas Tech University Texas Woman’s University Tufts University UCLA University of Alabama University of Arkansas University of Arkansas — Fort Smith University of California — Berkeley University of California — Davis University of California — San Diego University of Central Arkansas University of Charleston University of Colorado University of Colorado — CO Springs University of Delaware University of Denver University of Georgia University of Idaho University of the Incarnate Word University of Iowa University of Kansas University of Massachusetts University of Michigan University of Minnesota University of Nebraska at Omaha University of Nevada — Reno University of North Carolina — Chapel Hill University of North Florida University of Northern Iowa University of Oregon University of Richmond University of South Carolina University of Southern California University of Tennessee University of Texas — Austin University of Texas — El Paso University of Texas — San Antonio University of Tulsa University of Vermont University of Washington University of Wisconsin — Madison University of Wisconsin — Eau Claire University of Wisconsin — Stevens Point University of Utah USA Luge USA Volleyball Utah Valley University Valdosta State University Virginia Wesleyan College Vista High School (CA) Wabash College Wake Forest University Washington State University Westminster Schools (GA) Wheaton College Wichita State University Winona State University Xavier University English Institute of Sport, Bisham Abbey
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Institutions Teaching Graston Technique
- Indiana University
- Ohio State University
- Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
- Touro University
- University of Colorado
- University of Delaware
- University of Indianapolis
- University of Montana
- University of South Dakota
- Barry University
- Baylor University
- College of Saint Scholastica
- Culver-Stockton College
- Georgia Southern University
- Concordia University Wisconsin
- Gustavus Aldolphus College
- Illinois State University
- Indiana University
- Indiana State University
- Kent State University
- Old Dominion University
- Saint Louis University
- Texas State University
- Stephen F. Austin State University
- University of North Carolina
- University of Oregon
- University of Kansas (undergraduate)
- University of South Carolina
- West Virginia University
- University of Wisconsin
Video Gallery:
Note: Bruising can be minmal or controlled with proper technique in many cases
Graston Technique For Chronic Pain by Beth Galvin
"Make Dan Sweat" featuring Graston Technique by Dan Schutte
Graston Technique for Carpal Tunnel Syndrome by Mike Ploski
Graston Technique for Tennis Elbow by Dr. Swanson
Graston Technique for Iliotibial Band Syndrome by Dr. Wasserkrug
Graston Technique for the calf pain after running by Dr. Wasserkrug
Testimonials: What Are Professionals Saying About The Graston Technique?
Patient testimonial for ChiroPlus Wellness Center in CO
Graston Technique Used to Help Breast Cancer Survivors
ABC 7: Carolyn Johnson - January 2011
*Based on outcome studies & personal clinical experience, Graston Technique acheived quicker & better outcomes with acute & chronic conditions when compared to traditional therapies, and resolved injuries that have failed to respond to other therapies. For a reference for what this page is based on and more published articles, books and research reports, visit Graston Technique's website.
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***Fibromyalgia is listed as a condition treated on the offical GT website. This is not necessarily the opinion of this office. However, muscle pain as well as posture or joint issues in fibromyalgia patients can be treated. GT does not cure muscle diseases (myopathies) or neurological diseases that may cause pain as the cause of fibromyalgia has some debate. GT only treats musculoskeletal pain from overuse, strain, sprain or postural related issues.
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