Chiropractic adjustment helps to maintain or improve joint mobility by combating joint restrictions and myofascial adhesions. Aberrant joint movements and repetitive activities can cause a joint to lose complete mobility, leading to risk of further injury due to compensation. Regular adjustments can restore full active range of motion and prevent excess strain on accessory joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons.

Myofascial release is a soft tissue movement and stretching technique that treats problems with muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia, and nerves. Muscle binds up in response to injury in an attempt to create stability, which in turn leads to dense, fibrous, and ineffective muscle tissue referred to as a trigger point. The goal of myofascial release is to restore optimal texture, motion, and function to soft tissues, leading to the release of entrapped nerves and blood vessels and the improvement of muscle performance.

Scraping utilizes the same principles as myofascial release, but with the use of tools to release fascial adhesions (“muscle knots”) and improve blood flow in areas of restriction. Many patients experience immediate relief of pain and enhanced range of motion with this technique. Cupping may help to decompress tissue, relieving nerve entrapments and more chronic fascial adhesions.

Paired with myofascial release, dry needling is an effective method to reduce pain, inactivate trigger points, and restore muscle function. Needling will only be available at the CrossFit Versatile location.

Kinesiology taping helps to maintain the results we have achieved in treatment. Tape can be utilized to maintain elongation and performance of muscles for days following treatment. Tape can also be applied to reduce bruising, swelling, shorten recovery time following injury, and provide support for belly during pregnancy!

Dr. Liana Hastings is Webster Technique certified to offer safe prenatal chiropractic care through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association. Webster Technique offers gentle balancing of the joints, muscles, ligaments, and tendons of the pelvis to promote an enjoyable pregnancy and safe labor. Webster Technique allows baby to get into the optimal position and may reduce the risk of dystocia (slowed progress) during labor, which may lead to less need for medical intervention and a more natural birth.

Our habits, lifestyle choices, and normal activities of daily living create stress and physical symptoms within our bodies. I discuss nutrition optimization, beneficial movement, and home techniques to alleviate and prevent the progressive buildup of tension within our bodies.