Soft Tissue Therapy
Target Pain and Enhance Mobility with Soft Tissue Therapy.
Chiropractic adjustments restore joint function, reduce pain, and support whole-body wellness—naturally. Using a variety of gentle, evidence-based techniques, Dr. Kara tailors each session to your needs, helping you feel more aligned, mobile, and comfortable at every stage of life.
What Is Soft Tissue Therapy?
Soft tissue therapy encompasses various techniques aimed at treating muscles, fascia, ligaments, tendons, and connective tissues. By targeting these structures, we can address tension, promote healing, and restore function. Soft tissue therapy is a highly effective approach to managing pain, improving mobility, and enhancing overall well-being. Whether you’re recovering from an injury, managing chronic pain, or looking to improve athletic performance, Dr. Kara offers a variety of soft tissue therapies to get the best results.
The Benefits of Chiropractic Adjustments
Target the Tension.
Support the Healing.
Soft tissue therapy goes beyond surface-level relief—it helps address the root causes of pain, tension, and restricted movement. At The Well, Dr. Kara uses techniques like trigger point therapy, Graston, and massage to support healing, restore mobility, and improve how your body feels and functions. Whether you’re recovering from an injury or managing everyday stress, this hands-on care is personalized, gentle, and designed to get results.
Pain Relief
Reduces inflammation, muscle tension, and nerve irritation—naturally relieving chronic and acute discomfort.
Improved Mobility & Function
Restores flexibility and range of motion by releasing tight muscles, fascia, and adhesions.
Stress & Tension Reduction
Helps the body unwind physically and mentally, decreasing stress hormones and promoting a sense of well-being.
Accelerated Recovery
Supports faster healing from injuries and surgery by promoting healthy tissue repair and circulation.
Trigger Point Therapy
What Is Trigger Point Therapy?
Trigger points are hyper-irritable spots in muscles that often feel like knots. These points can cause localized pain or refer pain to other areas of the body. Trigger point therapy involves applying focused pressure to release these tight spots and relieve associated pain.
The Benefits of Trigger Point Therapy
Trigger Point Therapy focuses on releasing muscle knots that cause pain and limit movement. It relieves tension, improves mobility, boosts circulation, and helps reduce stress—making it ideal for headaches, neck pain, sciatica, and more.
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Reduces localized and referred pain caused by muscle knots.
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Eases muscle tension, allowing for greater range of motion.
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Promotes blood flow to affected areas, aiding in tissue repair.
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Relieves physical tension, which can help decrease mental stress.
Graston Therapy
What Is Graston Therapy?
Graston therapy, or Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM), uses specialized stainless steel tools to break up scar tissue, adhesions, and fascial restrictions. The technique helps the body heal more efficiently and is widely used in sports medicine and rehabilitation.
The Benefits of Graston Therapy
Graston Therapy uses specialized tools to break down scar tissue, release fascial restrictions, and improve mobility. It’s a highly effective technique for relieving pain, speeding recovery, and treating conditions like plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel, and tendonitis.
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Helps remodel scar tissue and adhesions, restoring tissue flexibility.
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Relieves chronic and acute pain by addressing soft tissue restrictions.
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Enhances joint and muscle movement by releasing fascial restrictions.
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Speeds up healing for injuries such as sprains, strains, and tendonitis.
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Effective for conditions like plantar fasciitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, and shin splints.
Massage Therapy
What Is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy involves the manipulation of muscles, tendons, and soft tissues using various techniques to reduce tension, promote relaxation, and improve circulation.
The Benefits of Massage Therapy
Massage therapy is highly versatile and can be used for relaxation, injury recovery, or athletic performance enhancement.
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Lowers cortisol levels and increases relaxation hormones, such as serotonin.
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Eases muscle soreness, tension, and Chronic pain.
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Boosts blood flow, delivering oxygen and nutrients to tissues.
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Reduces stiffness and enhances range of motion.
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Promotes lymphatic flow, which supports the immune system.
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Helps reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.
Choosing the Right Soft Tissue Therapy for You
Each type of soft tissue therapy has unique benefits, making it suitable for different needs:
• Trigger Point Therapy is ideal for addressing localized muscle knots and pain patterns.
• Graston Therapy is perfect for treating chronic conditions, scar tissue, and post-surgical adhesions.
• Massage Therapy is a versatile option that can promote relaxation, reduce stress, and improve overall muscle function.
Soft tissue therapy offers a natural and effective way to address pain, improve mobility, and enhance overall well-being. By incorporating techniques like trigger point therapy, Graston therapy, and massage therapy, you can target specific issues while supporting your body’s healing and performance