Soft tissue mobilization (STM) is a manual therapy technique used by physical therapists and other healthcare professionals to treat muscles, fascia, ligaments, and tendons. It involves the skilled, hands-on manipulation of soft tissues to:

Reduce pain and muscle tension

Improve range of motion

Promote healing and circulation

Break down scar tissue and adhesions

Restore normal tissue function and mobility

Orthopedic rehabilitation (often called ortho rehab) is a specialized area of physical therapy focused on helping individuals recover from injuries or surgeries involving the musculoskeletal system—which includes bones, joints, muscles, tendons, and ligaments.

The goal of orthopedic rehabilitation is to:

Reduce pain and inflammation

Restore strength, flexibility, and mobility

Improve functional movement and coordination

Support recovery after orthopedic surgery (e.g., joint replacements, ligament repairs)

Prevent future injuries

Ortho rehab may include a combination of therapeutic exercises, manual therapy, stretching, modalities (like heat, cold, or electrical stimulation), and patient education to support long-term recovery and return to daily activities or sports.

Neurological rehabilitation (or neuro rehab) is a specialized area of therapy focused on helping individuals recover function and improve quality of life after injury or disease affecting the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves.

The goals of neuro rehab are to:

Restore or improve mobility, balance, and coordination

Enhance muscle strength, control, and functional independence

Promote neuroplasticity (the brain’s ability to rewire and adapt)

Support recovery from conditions like stroke, traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury, Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, and neuropathy

Neuro rehab typically includes a combination of:

Physical therapy to improve movement and strength

Occupational therapy to regain daily living skills

Speech therapy for communication or swallowing difficulties

Assistive technology and adaptive strategies for independence

Each treatment plan is personalized and may involve both in-clinic and home-based activities to support long-term recovery and function.

Kinesio Taping (also known as Kinesiology Taping) is a therapeutic taping technique that uses a special elastic tape to support muscles, joints, and soft tissues without restricting movement. Developed by Dr. Kenzo Kase in the 1970s, it is widely used by physical therapists, athletic trainers, and medical professionals.

Key purposes of Kinesio Taping:

Reduce pain and inflammation

Support injured muscles and joints

Improve circulation and lymphatic drainage

Enhance athletic performance and recovery

Provide neuromuscular feedback to improve posture and movement

How it works:

Kinesio Tape is applied in specific patterns over targeted muscles or joints. Its elasticity gently lifts the skin, which can:

Create space to reduce pressure and swelling

Stimulate sensory receptors to help reduce pain

Promote better muscle activation or relaxation depending on the technique used

It’s commonly used in treating conditions like sprains, strains, tendonitis, postural issues, and post-surgical recovery.

Spinal decompression is a therapeutic technique used to relieve pressure on the spine, particularly on the intervertebral discs, spinal nerves, and surrounding structures. It can be performed surgically or non-surgically, with the non-surgical method commonly used in physical therapy and chiropractic care.

🔹 Non-Surgical Spinal Decompression

This is a gentle, motorized traction technique designed to:

Relieve pressure from herniated or bulging discs

Promote retraction or repositioning of the discs

Improve circulation and nutrient flow to spinal tissues

Reduce pain, tingling, or numbness caused by nerve compression

It is often used to treat:

Herniated or bulging discs

Degenerative disc disease

Sciatica

Spinal stenosis

Facet joint syndrome

Patients typically lie on a special decompression table, where controlled traction is applied to stretch the spine and relieve pressure.

Ultrasound Therapy

Ultrasound therapy uses high-frequency sound waves to penetrate deep into soft tissues, promoting healing and reducing pain and inflammation. The sound waves cause gentle vibrations that increase blood flow, relax muscles, and stimulate tissue repair. It is commonly used to treat conditions like muscle strains, tendonitis, and joint inflammation.

This therapy is non-invasive, painless, and often used as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation plan.

Manual Physical Therapy is a specialized form of hands-on treatment performed by trained physical therapists to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. It involves skilled techniques such as:

Joint mobilization and manipulation (gentle movements or quick thrusts to improve joint motion)

Soft tissue mobilization (massage and stretching of muscles, ligaments, and fascia)

Trigger point release

Myofascial release

The goal of manual physical therapy is to reduce pain, improve mobility and function, restore normal movement patterns, and promote healing. It is often used for conditions like back pain, neck pain, sports injuries, and arthritis.

Iontophoresis is a non-invasive treatment method that uses a mild electrical current to deliver medication through the skin directly to a targeted area. This technique helps reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and promote healing without the need for injections or oral medications.

It is commonly used to treat conditions such as:

Tendonitis

Bursitis

Muscle spasms

Inflammation

The electrical current helps push charged medicine ions into the affected tissues, allowing for deeper and more localized treatment.

ADL retraining stands for Activities of Daily Living retraining. It is a therapeutic process aimed at helping individuals regain the skills needed to perform everyday tasks essential for independent living. These activities include:

Personal hygiene (bathing, grooming, dressing)

Eating and meal preparation

Toileting

Mobility (transferring, walking)

Household tasks (cleaning, managing finances)

ADL retraining is often provided by occupational therapists or rehabilitation specialists and is especially important for people recovering from injury, illness, surgery, or neurological conditions. The goal is to improve independence, safety, and quality of life.

Hand rehabilitation is a specialized therapy program focused on restoring strength, mobility, coordination, and function to the hand and wrist after injury, surgery, or illness. It involves exercises, manual therapy, splinting, and other treatments designed to help patients regain fine motor skills and perform daily tasks like gripping, writing, and manipulating objects.

Common reasons for hand rehabilitation include:

Fractures or dislocations

Tendon or nerve injuries

Arthritis

Post-surgical recovery

Stroke or neurological conditions affecting hand function

The goal of hand rehabilitation is to maximize hand function, reduce pain, and improve overall quality of life.

Auto accident rehabilitation is a specialized rehabilitation program designed to help individuals recover from injuries sustained in motor vehicle collisions. These injuries often include whiplash, soft tissue strains, fractures, joint injuries, and concussion-related symptoms.

The rehabilitation typically involves a combination of:

Physical therapy to restore movement, strength, and flexibility

Pain management techniques such as manual therapy, modalities, and exercises

Neuromuscular re-education to improve coordination and function

Patient education on injury prevention and recovery strategies

The goal is to reduce pain, restore normal function, and help patients return safely to their daily activities and work.

Workers’ injury treatment refers to the specialized medical care and rehabilitation provided to individuals who have sustained injuries while performing their job duties. This treatment aims to:

Manage pain and promote healing

Restore physical function and mobility

Prevent further injury or complications

Facilitate a safe and timely return to work

Treatment may include physical therapy, manual therapy, pain management, ergonomic assessment, and workplace modifications. It often involves coordination with employers and insurance providers to support the patient’s recovery and work reintegration.