Published Articles & Textbooks

Textbooks

Hammer WI. Graston Technique: A Contemporary Instrument-Assisted Mobilization Method for the Evaluation and Treatment of Soft Tissue Lesions. In: Schleip R, Findley T, Chaitow L & Huijing, P, editors. Fascia: The Tensional Network of the Human Body. Philadelphia: Elsevier Ltd, 2012. 391-396.
Prentice, W.E. Therapeutic Modalities in Rehabilitation., 4th Ed., New York, McGraw-Hill, 2011. pgs 568-569
Prentice, W.E. Principles of Athletic Training: A Competency Based Approach 14th Edition, New York: McGraw-Hill, 2011. pg 435
Prentice, W.E. Rehabilitation Techniques in Sports Medicine and Athletic Training, 5th Ed., New York: McGraw-Hill, 2011. pg 191

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.
Prentice, W.E. Therapeutic Modalities in Sports Medicine and Athletic Training., 6th Ed., San Francisco: McGraw-Hill, 2009. pgs 368-369
Hammer WI. Functional Soft Tissue Examination and Treatment by Manual Methods. Jones & Bartlett, 2007.
Hyde TE. Conservative Management of Sports Injuries. Jones & Bartlett, 2007.
Halderman, S. Principles and Practices of Chiropractic. 3rd ed. McGraw Hill, 2004.
pgs 612, 616-617, 733, 805-820.
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:

2013

Hamilton M. The Fix Is In. Runner's World. 2013 May:50-51.
Hammer WI. Technique: Fascial Manipulation^© (FM). The American Chiropractor. 2013 Feb:48-49.

2012

Heiler J. Graston Technique M1 Course Review. SportsRehabExpert.com. 2012
Yeager S. Michael Phelps Last Lap. Details. 2012 Aug:78-79.
Huelskamp S. Compatible Care: Instrument-assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization is Changing the Way Clinicians View Treatment of Chronic and Sub-acute Soft Tissue Injuries. Chiropractic Economics. 2012 July:19-22.
Faltus J, Boggess B, Bruzga R, The Use Of Diagnostic Musculoskeletal Ultrasound To Document Soft Tissue Treatment Mobilization Of A Quadraceps Femoris Muscle Tear: A Case Report. IJSPT. 2012 June.

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.
Soleki, T. Chiropractic management of a postoperative complete
anterior cruciate ligament rupture using a multimodal
approach: a case report . Journal of Chiropractic Medicine Online. 2010 Jul.
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.
Lobby M. A Better Approach to Soft Tissue Injuries: Using Active Release Therapy and Graston Technique to Prevent Repetitive-use Injuries. Runners World.
2010 May.
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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