Therapies Available at Absolute Wellness Center

At Absolute Wellness Center, we focus on chiropractic at the Lake of the Ozarks. This is because the spine houses nerves that play such a huge role in the nervous system as a whole. However, we also know that there are often other techniques and therapies which will be needed to help you pursue the ultimate goal - absolute wellness. These techniques work hand in hand (literally, lol) with chiropractic, and we are proud to have so many ways to assist you on your healing journey. Here is an introduction to the therapies that we offer at our chiropractic office at the Lake of the Ozarks.


The Graston Technique

The Graston Technique is a form of manual therapy known as soft-tissue instrument-assisted mobilization. It is one of a number of manual therapy approaches that uses instruments with a specialized form of massage/scraping the skin gently. The therapy is designed to help the practitioner identify areas of restriction and attempt to break up scar tissue. The general goals of the therapy are to reduce the patient's pain and increase function through a combination of:

Breaking down the scar tissue and fascial restrictions that are usually associated with some form of trauma to the soft tissue.

Reducing restrictions by stretching connective tissue in an attempt to rearrange the structure of the soft tissue being treated. Promoting a better healing environment for the injured soft tissue.



There also appears to be a neurologic benefit to treating patients with the Graston Technique Instruments. This response is similar to that involved with other manual therapies. The literature suggests that when a patient is given manual or instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM) therapy, certain nerve fibers are activated. Additionally, the body's position sense organs, such as mechanoreceptors and proprioceptors, seem to respond to these forms of treatment.

The Graston Technique offers several potential advantages to the patient with such an injury:

  • Decreasing overall treatment time
  • Fostering faster rehabilitation/recovery
  • Reducing the need for anti-inflammatory medications
  • Resolving chronic conditions thought to be permanent


Electrical Muscle Stimulation

Electrical Muscle Stimulation is an exceptional way to help the body in the healing process. This is accomplished by sending a very small electrical current into the affected soft tissue injury or muscle spasm. The therapy utilizes this current in an effort to help reduce swelling and release trigger points that may have the muscle locked up. It does this by helping the body to release natural relievers of pain often referred to as endorphins.

This is a great therapy if there is a spasm in a back or neck muscle. It works well in relaxing the muscle and allowing it to return to its normal state rather quickly. Short therapy sessions are excellent at facilitating healing from acute and chronic pain. ​


Ultrasound

Ultrasound is a therapy that is utilized in the office to handle injuries related to joints, muscle spasms, as well as most soft tissues. While it shares the same name, this ultrasound is not the same as the type of ultrasound utilized diagnostically to screen internally in the body. This ultrasound creates small sound waves that in effect vibrate and massage soft tissues and muscle. These sound waves do an excellent job in facilitating the body's healing process in addition to decreasing scar tissue formation.

Certain ultrasounds also create a heating effect to help relax the muscles or tightness in the body. This heat combined with the overall features of the ultrasound help to start the healing process at the most basic cellular level speeding up your road to recovery.


Cold Laser

Cold Laser Therapy is an excellent treatment that is often utilized to treat a wide array of conditions and pain. This therapy allows the body to naturally heal itself by utilizing a combination of electric stimulation and cold laser technology. This low-level laser therapy consists of a light-emitting device that can be utilized on many different parts of the body.

In addition to simple back and neck pain, cold laser therapy has been utilized for a number of inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, tendonitis, and sprains. The number of conditions that have been notably increased in the usage of this therapy includes carpal tunnel syndrome, wound management, shoulder and neck injuries, muscle and joint pain, as well as a long list of others.


Your Healing Journey Can Start Now

Every single person is on a different part of their health journey. Whether you are just beginning with many repairs needed, or you are well on your way and need someone to come alongside you and aid you as you keep going - our team is here for you. If you are a new patient and you are looking for holistic care at the Lake of the Ozarks, we invite you to set up your initial appointment. Visit our website to learn more, or give us a call at the number below - we look forward to meeting you!


Absolute Wellness Center Inc
4203 E US Hwy 54
Linn Creek, MO 65052
573-346-3777
Location: Linn Creek, MO 65052, USA

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