Percussor

Percussor Therapy

now available at Advance Chiropractic

Percussor Instrument:

Percussion is a new treatment modality for those who suffer from musculoskeletal pain and myofascial trigger syndrome. It is non-surgical, non-invasive procedure that may serve as a therapeutic alternative to trigger point and epidural injections or to be used when other treatments have failed. Performed on an outpatient basis, the Percussor Instrument carries little or no risk and is very comfortable. Some of the benefits of this treatment include decreased pain, increased range of motion and deep muscle relaxation.

Clinical benefits of the Percussor Instrument:

The clinical benefits of the Percussor are an increase in the the amount of blood and lymphatic circulation by its primary kinetic action. Its general physiological effects are attributed to the primary action of vibration, under whose classification one can include forms of percussion, which effects an increase in circulation and lymphatic flow, and a decrease in systemic nervous tension and general or local muscle tightness or spasm.

The Percussor can reduce or eliminate the frequency and intensity of myofascial trigger syndrome and musculoskeletal pain, decrease the need for pain medication and greatly improve the ability to participate in activities of normal daily living.

Suitable candidates for Percussor Therapy:

Individuals who suffer from musculoskeletal pain and local tenderness in areas characteristic for individual muscles or that characterize myofascial trigger syndrome, and in those who experience referred pain in a distribution specific for the individual muscle. The "trigger" or affected area of muscle is firm or hard to palpation and is frequently associated with decreased range of motion Sometimes the muscle has a ropy consistency and may appear contracted or in spasm.

General Indications for Percussor Therapy:

• Adhesions
• Congestion
• Lymphatic impairment
• Myalgia (muscle and tissue tenderness)
• Post exertion muscle fatigue
• Trigger points
• Muscle spasticity