Treatment
Manual Therapy
Hands-on techniques used by therapists to move joints and soft tissues to reduce pain and improve motion.
Also called: hands-on therapy, joint mobilization, soft tissue mobilization
Who Can Help with Manual Therapy?
- Physical Therapists
A licensed therapist who helps people recover strength, movement and function after injury, surgery or illness through exercise and hands-on care.
- Chiropractors
A licensed provider who treats back pain, neck pain and other joint and muscle problems, mainly with spinal adjustments and hands-on care.
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General information, not medical advice. Ask a provider about manual therapy and what is right for you.