Techniques we use
- Joint mobilization and manipulation
- Soft-tissue mobilization and myofascial release
- Trigger point release
- Instrument-assisted soft-tissue mobilization (IASTM)
- Muscle energy and stretching techniques
- Cupping
Manual therapy vs. massage or chiropractic
Patients in Bayfield often search for a chiropractor or massage therapist when what they need is manual physical therapy. The difference: a physical therapist diagnoses the movement problem, treats it hands-on, and then gives you the exercise to keep it from coming back — so you need fewer visits over time, not a standing appointment forever.
Frequently asked questions
Is manual therapy the same as massage?
No. Manual therapy is performed by a licensed physical therapist as part of a diagnosis-driven treatment plan and is paired with corrective exercise. Massage is relaxation-focused and not diagnostic.
Does manual therapy hurt?
Some techniques create brief discomfort, but treatment should never be painful. Your therapist adjusts pressure to what your body tolerates.
Serving Bayfield, Ignacio, Vallecito, Forest Lakes, Gem Village, and east Durango from 480 Wolverine Dr, Suite 5, Bayfield, CO.