Joint Manipulation
Joint manipulation involves temporarily taking a restricted joint beyond its range of motion to help restore function. A gentle high velocity-low amplitude (HLVA) thrust is performed to achieve the desired result.
Soft Tissue Therapy
Soft tissue therapy targets a specific band of tight and tender muscle and takes that muscle through its pain free range of motion. The intended goal is to decrease muscle tension, increase range of motion and provide pain relief.
Contemporary Medical Acupuncture
Acupuncture needles are inserted into specific neuro-functional anatomical sites in order to promote increased blood flow, decreased muscle tension and provide pain relief.
Cupping Therapy
Silicone cups are used to suction the skin and then the cups are moved gently along the tight band of muscle tissue. The goal is to decrease muscle tension and promote blood flow.
Performance Taping
Performance taping is used to both support an injury as well as provide proprioceptive feedback to the injured tissues.
Corrective Exercise
Every patient that seeks care with Mikaela is given some form of corrective exercise. Exercise is one of the keys to quick injury recovery and prevention for future injury.