Newtown Square Graston Technique Treatments

Certified gRaston PRACTITIONERS in Montgomery County, Delaware County, Chester County, & Philadelphia County

Dr. David W. Nadler & Associates offers Graston Technique treatments alongside a full suite of pain relief services for patients throughout Pennsylvania who want to address pain at its source, not mask it. Our treatments can provide you with a natural solution to lower back pain, neck pain, limb pain, whiplash, and more. 

Your pain is unique, and the plan to treat it should be, too. At your consultation and evaluation, Dr. Nadler can explain the options that fit your specific case, and together you’ll decide on a hands-on plan for pain relief. As officially licensed practitioners, we have access to the necessary training and instruments to help you get the most out of Graston Therapy and effectively integrate it into a broader treatment plan.

Ready to address the source of your pain? Call Dr. David W. Nadler & Associates at (610) 467-2227 to schedule your first Graston Therapy appointment in Newtown Square. 

What Is the Graston Technique?

The Graston Technique is a trademarked, proprietary form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM). Practitioners must be licensed by the parent organization to use the Graston name and its patented stainless-steel instruments, which come in various shapes and sizes designed to address different tissue regions and depths. Applied to the skin with lubricant, the tools glide across soft tissue to detect irregularities: Adhesions and fascial restrictions feel distinctly different from healthy tissue under the instruments, allowing the clinician to apply targeted shear and compression forces with greater specificity than hands-only manual therapy.

The mechanism behind the technique is controlled microtrauma. The instruments create a precisely managed inflammatory response in the targeted area, stimulating fibroblast proliferation and triggering the body’s natural collagen remodeling process. Research supports increased fibroblast activity in treated tissue, which drives the repair and restructuring of damaged fibers. The technique has been used as a clinical modality since 1994 across chiropractic, physical therapy, athletic training, and occupational therapy settings.

Conditions We Treat with the Graston Technique

Dr. Nadler and his team use the Graston Technique to treat both competitive athletes and patients of every activity level. Clinical research and meta-analyses show that the Graston Technique can produce measurable improvements in pain, function, and range of motion for certain soft tissue conditions, particularly when combined with therapeutic exercise. Results vary by condition and individual presentation.

Graston Therapy can be applied to:

• Achilles Tendonitis. Aims to break down scarred connective tissue around the Achilles tendon to restore mobility and reduce inflammation during movement.
• Carpal Tunnel. Targets nerve entrapment by applying tool-assisted pressure to improve blood flow and ease tension in the wrist’s soft tissue.
• Capsulitis. Addresses thickened joint capsules by mobilizing the skin and underlying structures to alleviate stiffness and discomfort.
• Lumbar Strain. Enhances muscle flexibility and supports healing by reducing adhesions in the lower back’s soft tissue, which can aid in pain management.
• Plantar Fasciitis. Stimulates the ligament and fascia in the foot with precise tool application, improving function and reducing strain during exercise.
• Restrictive Scar Tissue. Disrupts dense scar layers to promote healthy blood circulation and improve overall tissue health and mobility.
• Rotator Cuff Tendonitis. Focuses on deep soft tissue mobilization to reduce inflammation and support strength and flexibility in the shoulder.
• Shin Splints. Loosens tension in the muscle compartments of the lower leg using controlled pressure, reducing stress on the tibia and surrounding structures.
• And more!

The technique can be especially effective for tendinopathy, myofascial restrictions, post-surgical scar tissue, and acute soft tissue injuries. Patients dealing with chronic conditions that haven’t responded to other approaches often find that instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization can reach restrictions that manual therapy alone can’t address.

Your First Visit & What to Expect

Your first visit includes a thorough consultation, full physical examination, and a complete review of your symptoms and medical history. Dr. Nadler builds every treatment plan around the individual patient’s condition and goals, which means Graston Technique is integrated only where it’s the right fit. 

The treatment itself often takes only 10-15 minutes, making it easy to fit into your schedule. There is no required downtime after the procedure; you can be evaluated and treated right here at our office.

Our Graston technique patients often see benefits like:

• Decreased overall recovery time
• Enhanced rehabilitation from acute and chronic injuries
• Reduced reliance on anti-inflammatory medication
• Improvement in chronic conditions previously considered permanent

Our practice’s sports medicine background, including decades of treating elite professional athletes, translates into precise, high-level soft tissue care. Whether you’re a competitive athlete or someone managing a chronic condition, Dr. Nadler and his team will give you care that accounts for the latest clinical developments.

If you’re dealing with any of the injuries described above and are interested in the Graston Technique treatment in Newtown Square, call (610) 467-2227 or reach out to us online to get started!