What specific benefits can manual therapy offer in terms of treating your condition and improving your overall well-being?
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Manual therapy is a hands-on treatment used by clinicians to address muscle aches, joint pain, and limited range of motion.
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Techniques in manual therapy include soft tissue mobilization, joint mobilization, and joint manipulation.
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The three notable forms of manual therapy are manipulation (rapid force applied to joints), mobilization (controlled stretching for joint mobility), and massage (repetitive rubbing or kneading of muscles).
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Manual therapy is effective for conditions such as adhesive capsulitis, shoulder impingement, tennis elbow, pinched nerves, and postsurgical stiffness.
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It is often incorporated into a customized treatment plan based on individual needs.
