Therapy involving the manual application of pressure to muscles, tendons, and ligaments to soothe tissues and injuries for improved movement and functionality is referred to as soft tissue mobilization therapy. This therapy is commonly used in cases of muscle strain and ailments. It improves muscle function, enhances endurance and mobility, and promotes better blood flow.
Athletes primarily utilize this therapy to alleviate pain and recover quickly from tissue injuries. By applying controlled pressure with clockwise and anticlockwise muscle massages, this therapy offers rapid calming and relief. It allows tense muscles to relax, reduces fascia pain, and helps restore strength to the fascia.
Soft tissue mobilization can also be used for sprains, bursitis, strains, contractions, contusions, and other injuries. These injuries may affect the range of motion, which is why soft tissue mobilization involves practitioners who can help restore movement.