Graston Technique - Injury Treatment and RehabilitationSimple Technology Improving Injury Treatment & Rehabilitation
 

Published Articles & Textbooks

Textbooks

  • Prentice WE. Principles of Athletic Training: A Competency-based Approach. 14th ed. McGraw-Hill; 2011.

  • Prentice WE. Rehabilitation Techniques in Sports Medicine and Athletic Training. 5th ed. McGraw-Hill; 2011.

  • Hammer WI. Functional Soft Tissue Examination and Treatment by Manual Methods. Jones & Bartlett; 2007.

  • Hyde TE. Conservative Management of Sports Injuries. Jones & Bartlett; 2007.

  • Perle SM. Soft Tissue Manual Techniques. In: Haldeman S, editor. Principles and Practice of Chiropractic. 3rd ed. New York: McGraw Hill; 2004. p. 805-20.

 

 

 

Published Articles

Articles About IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization) Technology:

2011

  • Hutsick M. Triple trouble. Training & Conditioning. 2011 Apr;21(3).

  • Heller M. Soft (and not-so-soft)-tissue overview. Dynamic Chiropractic. 2011 Apr 9:20-29.

  • Q & A with Jeanne O'Brien. Training & Conditioning. 2011 Mar; 21(2).

  • Cusumano E. Back on track. Training & Conditioning. 2011 Mar;21(2).

    2010

  • Page P, Labbe A. Adhesive capsulitis: use the evidence to integrate your interventions. North American Journal of Sports Physical Therapy. 2010 Dec;5(4):266-272.

  • Kline, C. Soft-tissue injuries: better, faster healing. JACA. 2010 Nov;47(8):16-17

  • Forcum T, Hyde T, Aspegren D, Lawson G. Plantar fasciitis and heel pain syndrome. JACA Online. 2010 Oct.

  • Kline C. Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization [part III]: when to start and what’s on the horizon? JACA Online. 2010 Oct.

  • Mishock J. A treatment option for carpal tunnel syndrome. The Mercury. 2010 Oct 25.

  • Schultz L. Save your shoulder: part 1. examiner.com. 2010 Oct 17.

  • Kline C. Soft-tissue healing, part II: what does Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization bring to the table? JACA Online. 2010 Aug-Sep.

  • Kline C. Instrument-Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) part I: chiropractic help or hindrance? JACA Online. 2010 Jul.

  • Hooper J. Hands-on healing: why women are turning to manual therapy. Elle. 2010 Jun.

  • Davies CC, Brockopp DY. Use of ASTYM® treatment on scar tissue following surgical treatment for breast cancer: a pilot study. Rehabilitation Oncology. 2010 Jul;28(3):3-12.

  • McCrea EC, George SZ. Outcomes following augmented soft tissue mobilization for patients with knee pain: A case series. Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Practice. 2010 Apr;22(2):69-74.

  • Dunleavy R. Josh Pressley, Matt Hagen spent offseason recovering from injuries. myCentralJersey.com. 2010 Apr 28.

  • Price, C. The complete guide to your back. Men’s Journal. 2010 Apr;19(3):57.

  • McFadden M. Healing touch helps breast cancer survivors. wndu.com. 2010 Jan 7.

    2009

  • Norwalk chiropractor Hammer speaks at conference. Wilton Villager. 2009 Dec 20.

  • Lukacs C. Survivor support: DC brings range of motion to breast cancer survivors. ACA News. 2009 Nov.

  • Hammer W. Movement heals. Dynamic Chiropractic. 2009 Sep;27(19).

  • Howitt S, Jung S, Hammonds N. Conservative treatment of tibialis posterior strain in a novice triathlete: a case report. J Can Chiropr Assoc. 2009;53(1).

  • Bosak C. Improving range of motion in breast cancer survivors. The Hour. 2009 Jul 16.

  • Fascia and scarring. wsoctv.com. 2009 May 1.

  • Hammer W. Manual loading for lateral epicondylopathy. Dynamic Chiropractic. 2009 Apr 22;27(9).

  • Kelly A. Tough massage with results. kfrtv.com. 2009 Jan 29.

  • Stromberg C. Chiropractic treatment indispensable for soft tissue injuries. Wilmington News Journal. 2009 Jan 15.

    2008

  • Shedden M. This massage method produces results. Tampa Bay Online. 2008 Nov 25.

  • Lui, J. Instruments of change. Experience Life. 2008 Oct.

    2007

  • Ploski, M. MCL injury massage. BioMechanics. 2007 Oct.

  • Ploski, M. Plantar fasciitis treatment. BioMechanics. 2007 Aug.

    2006

  • DeLuccio, J. Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization utilizing Graston Technique: a physical therapist’s perspective. Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Practice. 2006;18(3).

  • Matthews S. Graston Technique helps athletes get back into the game. indychannel.com. 2006 Oct 25.

    2005

  • Soft tissue mobilization with instruments makes solid biz sense, practice owners find. Article: Impact Magazine. 2005 Sep.

  • Adding income with instruments. Chiropractic Economics. 2005 Sep;14.

  • Basset J, Nickenig T, Olsen D. Top 5 injuries. Advanced for Directors in Rehabilitation. 2005;14(5): 37-46.

  • (The) Benefits of IASTM. Article: The American Chiropractor. 2005 Jul.

  • Championship chiropractic. Article: Dynamic Chiropractic. 2005 Jun.

  • Smith S. Faster, better, easier soft-tissue mobilization. Exploring Hand Therapy. 2005 Apr;5(1):1,3,4,9,13,18.

  • Exercise balls, home gym equipment and the Graston Technique. spine-health.com. 2005 Apr 4.

  • Smith S. A growing trend in hand therapy: instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization helps therapists work smarter, not harder. Physical Therapy Products [feature cover article]. 2005 Apr/May.

  • A hand for the hand: IASTM helps therapists work smarter, not harder. Physical Therapy Products. 2005 Apr/May.

  • Hammer WI, Pfefer, MT. Treatment of a case of subacute lumbar compartment syndrome using the Graston Technique. JMPT. 2005 Mar/Apr; 28(3):199-204.

  • Anderson RJ. Pitching in Stitches . Training & Conditioning. 2005;15(3):15-23.

    2004

  • Duffy M, Greenapple S. Graston Technique: the (non-)cutting edge of treatment. Carolina SportsLink Magazine. 2004 May;18.

  • Boughton B. Wristoration: alleviating the pain of carpal tunnel syndrome. BioMechanics. 2004;11(1):20-27.

  • Hammer WI.Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization: a scientific and clinical perspective . Dynamic Chiropractic. 2004 May 24;22(11):28, 47.

  • Perle SM., Lawson G. Stimulating healing by initiating inflammatory response. Canadian Chiropractor. 2004 Apr;9(2):10-13.

    2003

  • Hyde TE. Graston Technique for athletic injuries. D.C. Tracts. 2003 Fall;15(3): 2-4.

  • Hyde TE. The Graston Technique: a new manual therapy for back pain. spine-health.com, posted: 2003 Aug 5.

  • 10 more great techniques. The American Chiropractor [feature cover article]. 2003 Aug.

  • Martinez R. Graston instrument assisted soft tissue mobilization. Integrative Medicine. 2003 Jun/Jul;2(3):18-23.

  • Wilczewski K. Changing the treatment of soft tissue injuries. The American Chiropractor: 2003 Jan.

  • Wilson, JK, Sevier TL. A review of treatment for carpal tunnel syndrome. Disability and Rehabilitation. 2003;25(3):113-119.

  • Perle SM. The leading edge. Training & Conditioning. 2003 Oct;XIII(7):27-31.

  • Chiropractic soft tissue expertise: boon to patients. Focus Article: JACA. 2003 Sep.

  • Hammer WI. Joint preservation is necessary for hands-on chiropractic. Dynamic Chiropractic. 2003 Nov 30;21(25).

  • Hammer WI. Applying the Graston Technique: an update. Dynamic Chiropractic. 2003 Jan 1;21(1).

    2002

  • Hammer WI. The pathology & healing of tendinosis. Dynamic Chiropractic. 2002 Apr 22;20(9).

  • No tunnel of love: carpal tunnel syndrome. Focus Article: JACA. 2002 Jul;39(7):8-16.

  • Wilczewski K. The Graston Technique: changing the treatment of soft tissue injuries. The American Chiropractor. 2002;25(6).

  • Fedorczyk JA. Therapist’s management of elbow tendonitis. In: Mackin EJ, Callahan AD, Skirven TM, Schneider LH, Osterman AL, Hunter JM, eds. Rehabilitation of the Hand and Upper Extremity. St. Louis: Mosby. (DDD) 2002;1271-1281.

  • Hammer WI. Rotator cuff tendinosis. D.C. Tracts. 2002 Spr;14(1):3-6.

  • Kleinkort JA. Pain management special interest group: president’s message. Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Practice. 2002;14(4):44.

  • The chiropractic take on tendonitis. Focus Article: JACA. 2002 Mar;39(3):8-15.

  • Snodgrass SJ, Rivett DA. Thumb pain in physiotherapists: potential risk factors and proposed prevention strategies. The Journal of Manual & Manipulative Therapy. 2002;10(4): 206-217.

  • Hammer WI. Anatomic predisposition to carpal tunnel syndrome. Dynamic Chiropractic. 2002 Jan 28;20(3).

    2001

  • Hammer WI. Weak abdominals – tight lumbodorsal fascia. Dynamic Chiropractic. 2001 Nov 19;19(24).

  • Hammer WI. Graston Technique: a necessary piece of the puzzle. Dynamic Chiropractic. 2001 Sep 24;19(20).

  • Hammer WI. Knee stiffness in a young athlete after activity. Dynamic Chiropractic. 2001 Jul 30;19(16).

  • Falvey M. The promise of tissue remodeling. Dynamic Chiropractic. 2001 Mar;26:8-9.

  • Kipp D, Wilson JK. Carpal tunnel syndrome: a critical review. Critical Reviews in Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Medicine. 2001;13(1):67-77.

    2000

  • Kleinkort JA. A new approach to chronic pain. Orthopaedic Physical Therapy Practice. 2000;12(1):44-46.

  • Roush MB, Sevier TL, Wilson JK, Helfst RH, Gehlsen GM, Bassey AL. Anterior knee pain: a clinical comparison of rehabilitation. Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine. 2000;10(1):22-28.

  • Sevier TL, Helfst RH, Stover SA, Wilson JK. Clinical trends on tendinitis. WORK: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation. 2000;14(2):123-126.

  • Sevier TL, Helfst RH, Stover SA, Wilson JK. Tendinitis: a critical review. Critical Reviews in Physical and Rehabilitation Medicine. 2000 Sum.

  • Sevier TL, Wilson JK. The industrial athlete. WORK: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment and Rehabilitation. 2000 Fall.

  • Sevier TL. Industrial athlete. Occupational and Environmental Medicine. 2000;57(4):285.

  • Wilson JK, Sevier TL. Common treatment modalities utilized in treating lateral epicondylitis. Physical Therapy Reviews. 2000 Sum.

  • Wilson JK, Sevier TL, Helfst RH, Honing EW, Gehlsen GM, Thomann AL. Comparison of rehabilitation methods in the treatment of patellar tendinitis. Journal of Sports Rehabilitation. 2000;9(4):304-314.

  • Wilson JK, Sevier TL. Methods utilized in treating lateral epicondylitis. Physical Therapy Reviews. 2000;5:117-124.

  • Henry P, Panawitz B, Wilson JK. Rehabilitation of a post-surgical patella fracture: a case study. Physiotherapy. 2000;86(3):139­-142.

  • Falvey M. Repetitive stress injuries: fighting back with the Graston Technique. Claims Magazine. 2000 Apr;4(5):38-46.

  • Fowler S, Wilson JK, Sevier TL. Innovative approach for the treatment of cumulative trauma disorders. WORK: A Journal of Prevention, Assessment, and Rehabilitation. 2000;9(4):304-314.

    1999

  • Haller KH, Helfst RH, Wilson JK, Sevier TL. Treatment of chronic elbow pain. Physical Therapy Case Reports. 1999;2(5):195-200.

  • Henry P, Panawitz B, Wilson JK. Treatment of a bilateral total knee replacement using augmented soft tissue mobilization. Physical Therapy Case Reports. 1999;2(1):27-30.

  • Helfst RH. Why thirst hurts. Safety + Health. 1999;160(2):58-59.

  • Baker D, Wilson JK. Bilateral carpal tunnel syndrome in a piano teacher. Physical Therapy Case Reports. 1999;2(2):73-76.

  • Fowler S. Responding to managed care. Occupational Health & Safety. 1999;68(10):212-215.

  • Thomann A. Entering the world of outcome collection. OT Practice. 1999;4(8):45-47.

  • Thomann A, Sevier TL, Wilson JK. Treating soft tissue fibrosis: a new rehabilitation technique for the treatment of various soft tissue injuries. Physical Therapy Products. 1999;10(5):56-58.

  • Sevier TL, Wilson JK. Treating lateral epicondylitis. Sports Medicine. 1999;28(5):375-380.

  • Stover SA. Know your enemy. Not all cases of cumulative trauma disorders are alike. Safety + Health. 1999;159(6):86-87.

    1998

  • Stover SA. Suggestions for slaying the two-headed CTD beast. Occupational Medicine Clinical Care Update. 1998;5(10).

  • Focht D. Augmented soft tissue mobilization: a new frontier in treating soft tissue conditions. OT Practice. 1998;3(9):49-50.

  • Melham TJ, Sevier TL, Malnofski MJ, Wilson JK, Helfst RH. Chronic ankle pain and fibrosis successfully treated with a new non­-invasive augmented soft tissue mobilization (ASTM): a case report. Medicine and Science in Sports and Exercise. 1998;30(6): 801­-804.

  • O’Connor SM. New soft tissue mobilization process claims success in decreasing scar tissue and repetitive motion symptoms. Work Injury Management News and Digest. 1998;7(1):3.

  • Sevier TL. Using sports medicine to treat industrial athletes. Occupational Medicine Clinical Care Update. 1998;5(7).

  • Pearson D, Gehlsen GM, Wilson JK, Lee G, Sevier TL. An objective measure of lateral epicondylitis. Isokinetic and Exercise Science. 1998;7:27-31.

    1997

  • Sevier TL, Wilson JK, Stover SA, Helfst RH. Therapeutic tools in CTS rehab. CTD News. 1997;6(10):11, 7.

 

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