Conditions where the main issues are the result of shortening / tightness of muscles resulting in joint stiffness. This is the situation found in Phase 2 and 3 of a CSM Stretch type dysfunction. The type of treatment that would be effective would be ones that focus on lengthening of muscle, increasing flexibility and Range of motion (joint mobility).
This would include the following treatments:
- Massage (registered massage therapist, Shiatsu or equivalent),
- Yoga therapy ( stretch therapy),
- Acupuncture or IMS or dry needling,
- Active release (or similar) Chiropractor,
- Physiotherapist (who focuses on manual therapy ),
- Osteopath
- Other = Any therapy which focuses on releasing muscle tension and improving joint mobility.
Types of dysfunction
CSM Stretch – Phase 2: Injury phase:
- The determining factor for this phase of healing is pain with Passive Range of Motion (There is pain when you are relaxed and someone else moves your body or limbs?)
- The pain is accompanied with damage to the tissue or nerves, which requires protection and time to heal. Taping and wrapping are appropriate and treatments should be focused on reducing stress on the injured area.
- Expected healing time: The patient should have no pain with Passive Range of Motion after 1-6 weeks from the time the patient enters the phase or begins therapy with an appropriate therapist.
CSM Stretch – Phase 3: Neurological phase
- The determining factor for this phase of healing is pain with Active Range of Motion? (There pain when you move your body yourself without any added resistance or excessive pressure? )
- The Injury protecting process of Phase 2 is almost complete. Now the damaged tissues need to strengthen and heal. In this phase the Trauma or Injury ,maybe causing the muscles or tendons to not ” turn off” properly to release the tension or not “turn on” properly to stabilize and support the joint.
- Expected healing time: The patient should have no pain with Active Range of Motion after 2-8 weeks from the time the patient enters the phase or begins therapy with an appropriate therapist.
CSM STRETCH / MOBILITY GROUP:
Our therapists will help you with the appropriate exercises / stretches / self massaging to ensure you graduate from the current phase of healing in a quick and efficient manner. They will monitor your progress and adjust the treatment accordingly and inform you when you are ready for reassessment so you get the most appropriate therapist at all times for your condition.
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