Graston Technique Treatment for Knee Injury - Sports Medicine Chiropractor in Bozeman, MT

[@thomaspardue1508]

The patient is taking it like a champ! Had this done several times and the pain is intense but a day later it's like new knees!

[@prochiropractic]

💯💯💯

[@prochiropractic]

It is very similar to Gua Sha in my opinion. The differences lie in the history and theoretical premises of the techniques. The metal instruments provide advantages that others do not, and the skill of the practitioner is key! Thanks for watching :)

[@NavySARman]

Don't know how I ended up here, but, congratulations on your success Dr. John! I went to high school with you and always wondered what you did with yourself. Very nice to see Dr. John.

[@prochiropractic]

Wow! Small world :) Dr Jon says "Hello, whoever you are!"

[@johnjeltotten6601]

As an adult with life long osgood schlatter knee pain this looks incredible. Every doctor I've been to just brushes it off as a non-issue.

[@prochiropractic]

We have had great success treating Osgood Schlatter condition. Thank you for the feedback!

[@artalk6457]

@@prochiropractic is this good to use after months of knee reconstruction

[@prochiropractic]

Alot wrapped up in that question. And the answer is possibly. But each case is unique and needs a proper evaluation.

[@miguelbarahona6636]

This treatment looks awesome.

[@prochiropractic]

It is :)

[@jonq8714]

Fascinating. I came here to get a better understanding of what my favorite football player (Navarro Bowman) is going through.

[@prochiropractic]

Thanks for watching! DrJ

[@jaquanprice4921]

This looks like it feels amazing. So much pressure being taken off the knee 👍🏾

[@prochiropractic]

It really is lovely. :)

[@prochiropractic]

I actually address this in another video I have. The answer is Yes, for several reasons, including the superior resonation of the metal instruments and the training involved with certifying in graston technique (and lack of that in Gua Sha). Great Question, thank you.

[@prochiropractic]

I am glad for your progress. Thank you for sharing!

[@prochiropractic]

Thank you! Appreciate the feedback.

[@stevejill91]

I got this done as soon as I saw the video. Ive had 10 knee surgeries two fully invasive and ive had issues ever since with tightness and other side effects. I hurt like hell but had mega scar tissue and fachia issues. My knees feel nice and loose. I will continue the treatment so not to ruin the stem cell, PRP and prolotherapy i had done.

[@prochiropractic]

Best wishes and thanks for commenting!

[@MelanieAVON]

I have this treatment weekly, its kinda painful, but it feels awesome after it's done.

[@prochiropractic]

Thank you for your feedback! We always like to hear patient's experiences.

[@prochiropractic]

Actually, if applied properly, this treatment is remarkably comfortable!

[@prochiropractic]

Of course an examination with a sports medicine professional who specializes in this technique is necessary to determine the best course for your unique case and needs. Having said that, Yes, we have had good success with partial tears creating bio mechanical issues because of the resultant scar tissue. I hope this is helpful!

[@morganwoods18]

My knee hurts so bad sometimes bc of my osgood schlatter that it prevents me from sleeping and some days I can barely walk or even attempt to bend my knee. Any suggestions on things that might help

[@prochiropractic]

Look in Shockwave Therapy as well. We have several videos on this!

[@prochiropractic]

Yes, it is very effective for that condition, especially when combined with proper taping.

[@apickmans]

had surgery for torn ACL last summer. It still clicks around the knee and Dr says its prob scar tissue. Would Gastron technique help with the clicking?

[@prochiropractic]

Possibly yes

[@prochiropractic]

Find a practitioner near you who specializes in sports medicine and offers this technique with kinesiology taping. That combo may very well help you!

[@visionxx5724]

this made me sleepy for some reason.

[@savannahpenn6768]

That Vision same

[@prochiropractic]

It's relaxing

[@patti8088]

I have patella tendinitis and something similar to this works wonders for me.

[@prochiropractic]

Give it a try with a trained provider!

[@prochiropractic]

We would start above the most painful area and work slowly toward it. You would be surprised how good you could feel!

[@jcsantos8431]

Sir what would suggest if I'm suffering from Osgood-Schlatter disease and still I want to play BBall which I love sooo much, what will you suggest??

[@prochiropractic]

Look into our videos on Graston Technique and Shockwave Therapy

[@Blackfire970]

is there anything for acl injury?

[@prochiropractic]

Graston Therapy is not indicated as a primary treatment for ACL injury. It can only address secondary myofascial compensations, at which it is very successful.

[@Blackfire970]

Pro Chiropractic ok

[@brianpolcik2669]

My physical therapist used graston on me during my rehab for my ACL recovery is this a bad thing?

[@Mrmudbone_gaming]

yeah...surgery..

[@prochiropractic]

No, likely they were releasing post-surgical densified tissues. Which is generally good.

[@aaronbarton227]

Military/Combat veterans definitely need this done such as myself.

[@prochiropractic]

We love treating vets in Bozeman and do so regularly!

[@pinolero81]

Can the Graston Technique be used as a preventive measure to injury? If so, how often should it be done? I am a active runner and BJJ (Brazilan Jujitsu) practitioner.

[@prochiropractic]

yes, we have helped many athletes with a preventative regimen. I recommend bi-monthly visits during training. facebook.com/ProChiropracticBozeman

[@AlwonDomz]

Thank you so much for the feedback

[@prochiropractic]

Pleasure

[@mrbit10]

What about if the pain is directly above the knee, what could it be? I have been battling that and not quite sure what is the cause. I do a lot of HIT, Les Mills Grit training and such. I have seen a couple of chiropractors but none have solved the pain issue. I only get pain on lunges and squats, sometimes when running but not all the time.

[@prochiropractic]

A thorough exam is indicated. Having said that, your symptoms sound consistent with suprapatellar tendonosis. Flexibility, foam rolling, and light steering through your hip and quad should bring relief, as would functional taping. Best, DrJ

[@jasonreimann8532]

Can this help heal tendonosis/tendinitis?

[@prochiropractic]

We have had great success in our Bozeman Sports Chiropractic Clinic with those conditions!

[@Chris-df5gc]

There are so many physio therapists who are saying that IASTM doesnt work? what is true now?

[@prochiropractic]

The truth is it works.

[@kobe5rings]

great video

[@prochiropractic]

Thanks for watching

[@grimbuzz]

Hi what's the tool with the 2 curves in it called? It brought up the redness straightaway..

[@grimbuzz]

It's 2.30 secs into the clip, he frames it around the kneecap itself..

[@prochiropractic]

All of the tools and their info can be found at www.grastontechnique.com

[@nihadayubqadir1886]

Hello What is the treatment for hyperextension of the knee joint and what is her main exercise

[@prochiropractic]

There is alot built into that question. And would need more about patient history to answer properly.

[@worldwar2history]

Cool. is this kinda like chinese gua sha? or totaly diffrent? anyways, great video. explains alot to me.

[@prochiropractic]

Thanks!!

[@scherryvalentine9673]

can this be done on a broken patella with two pins and wires, 3 months after surgery?

[@prochiropractic]

+Scherry Valentine This can and is used post-surgically, with good effectiveness. Be sure to follow your surgeons rehab guidelines.

[@scherryvalentine9673]

Thanks! I wonder why my surgeon is not forthcoming with alternatives to another surgery. I feel like I am all on my own.

[@prochiropractic]

+Scherry Valentine you can co-manage with a certified chiropractic sports physician (CCSP). Best wishes!

[@leeposkitt4919]

Hi I am currently suffering with patellar tendonitis and I watched a video on how to use kinesiology tape (if that's the correct term) and I just wondered if I use the tape can I work my legs at the gym and play football (soccer) if I wear the tape?

[@prochiropractic]

Lee Poskitt Thank you for the great question. The answer to that depends on your unique injury. I suggest you consult with a certified sports chiropractor (CCSP)!

[@stefan32792]

would you recommend this over gua sha?

[@prochiropractic]

Yes

[@Staf7891]

helpful video ! Thanks !

[@prochiropractic]

You bet!

[@bradleyshaw3496]

hey there I do free running and gymnastics and last couple months I have noticed knee pain in my right knee it only hurts when I jump really hard I can still train through the pain but I would realer not in case it gets worse and I warm up before and after and its juring training I feel the pain then when I stop and rest it goes away depending how hard I train and the pain is round my patellar tendon. when i run it doesn't hurt but climbing the stairs jumping and sitting down and straighting my leg I feel mild discomfort. do you think this is serious or would I be able to get it back in shape with strengthing exercises

[@prochiropractic]

Bradley, you should be evaluated by a certified sports chiropractor. Your body deserves to be evaluated and treated by the best and most competent!

[@redrum4100]

Would this work for Chondromalacia patellae?

[@prochiropractic]

Yes

[@DAWanamaker]

Hello, would you suggest the Graston Technique for breaking up scar tissue associated with a quadriceps tendon repair? I had surgery 10 weeks ago and am having some difficulty making gains in ROM. My PT says it is because of the buildup of scar tissue. She mentioned MUA as a possible next step for breaking through that. I would like to avoid that and wonder if the Graston Technique could help. Thanks!

[@prochiropractic]

I would absolutely get in touch with a provider who would consider this.

[@sarabecks9002]

Is it safe if you've a partial patella tendon tear that did not require surgery and it now healed but still have some problems with it?

[@prochiropractic]

Typically yes. But your case is unique and you should be properly evaluated.

[@SamSepil-wq7zk]

I started feeling slight pain and strange feeling in my knee after squats (powerlifting). I don't know what is the reason for that, my technique is solid and I know how to perform a squat. It is making me desperate, because I don't know if I can keep squatting or not, and if I stop and show it to the doctor, if I will ever be able to squat again. Please answer. Thank you.

[@prochiropractic]

+Iron Addict it could be an imbalance issue between your IT band and your VMO. But, it could also be some other cause. i recommend finding a certified sports chiropractor to assess you personally.

[@anandamwellness9517]

Good tech.learnable for muscular pain

[@prochiropractic]

😀✌🏽✨️

[@seand8079]

Does thia hurt at all? Does it help with osgoodslaughter

[@prochiropractic]

Discomfort is mild, if properly applied. And yes, it can help with Osgood Schlauters.

[@rajeevyadav6394]

i have knee problem.. may i know where is ur hospital located?

[@prochiropractic]

Our clinic is in Bozeman, Montana USA

[@travisholbrook8017]

I just got diagonosed with Osgood schlatters disease and it hurts bad to where I cant even walk might have to get surgrey what kind of surgrey would it be

[@prochiropractic]

How did things turn out??

[@NearestDelia]

what kind of pressure is used?

[@prochiropractic]

Varying pressure is used, from light stroked to firm pressure, depending on the desired treatment intent.

[@NearestDelia]

+Pro Chiropractic. I'm very interested in this technique. unfortunately it is limited to chiros.

[@nicolenavarro1025]

Indira Allfree I'm an athletic trainer and am getting certified this month's.

[@prochiropractic]

Thanks for watching!

[@jd9050]

hi i'll just ask a question everytime i fully bend my left knee it hurts ans i feel pain at the back of my knee. is this a serious injury?

[@prochiropractic]

+Jezreel Dalde It should not hurt to bend your knee every time. Get this assessed by a professional.

[@hijituso]

hi Dr im 5 weeks post op of my patellar tendon rupture, lot of people think don't recover well, and i know most is scar tissue accumulation i educated myself, Dr i want to ask you something very important, besides doing with that stainless tool with a professional, how risky its to do it at home too? i saw someone doing it with a whale bone, he put aquafour lotion before scraping up and down and on the external scar from surgery, and can i use ultrasound? i want to try my best since my surgery was delay 3 1/2 weeks and i really want that scar tissue remodeling , thanks in advance

[@prochiropractic]

hijituso I would not recommend using IASTM to treat yourself. There is a minimal amount of anatomical knowledge necessary to perform this treatment safely. Best to you in your healing. DrJ

[@brendaleos3779]

hello. I had meniscus repair April of 2017. My knee randomly gives out on me as Im walking or even on a ladder at work. when i get up from sitting ot even out of bed my knee is weak and have to stretch it before I can get up and go. Do you think this would work for me?

[@prochiropractic]

Hi Brenda, this is hard to answer with any confidence without an exam and further understanding of your condition. I would recommend visiting our offices, or finding a certified provider in your area :)

[@sarahagara]

Hello Doctor maybe you can help me. I have been having knee problems for the past 3.5month. I am an amature figure competitor (a devision of bodybuilding), so I am really serious about lifting weight, fitness, nutrition and overall health. Out of the blue my knee started hurting. I have had an MRI and x-rays done. I was told the problem i have right now is a patella tracking disorder. Even trying to do nody weight squats I feel and enormous amount of pressure on my knee cap. Feels like the pain is inside the knee cap in the middle. I have also looked at the MRI images also. Assuming my knee is bent and I amlooking from the top view, my patella is tracking lateral with a slight tilt. The back of the patella is also making contact with my top part of my feamur bone slightly above the trochlear groove (which is quite shallow for me) it seems. I am doing physical therapy right now trying to stabilize every thing and work on my tracking but it seems to be ineffective. I know last resort is getting a lateral release surgery but I am really trying to avoid surgey. Any suggestions or opinions??

[@prochiropractic]

Sarah Agara I would love to chat with you more about this. I would recommend you look at your gait through a digital analysis, in concert with identifying which areas are tight and fixated, and which areas need stabilization. DrJ

[@lovmuzik99]

Hello doctor will this technique work for flexion contracture? I dont have full flexion in my knees i am missing few degrees. thank you

[@prochiropractic]

That depends on saveral factors. I cannot answer without a proper evaluation.

[@merch216]

Is this something you can perform on yourself?

[@prochiropractic]

Not recommended.

[@mimi082385]

Would this work for interstitial tearing of quad tendon?

[@prochiropractic]

Possibly. It would depend on the depth of the injury. The goal would be to create proliferation and increase blood flow in the injured area. I would consult with a certified provider for a full evaluation. Best of Luck. DrJ

[@mimi082385]

Pro Chiropractic thanks. Surgeon is suggesting surgery.

[@prochiropractic]

How did it turn out for you??

[@brandonsmith9928]

Would Graston be effective for Plica Syndrome?

[@prochiropractic]

Yes!

[@pushkb77]

Hi, last year, i went to turn and walk and must not have turned my leg and twisted it and sent a sharp pain in my left knee, no swelling noted, but pain in the right side of my knee cap... i could not even bear weight on it for 3 days, on crutches, then was limping for at least a few weeks, now it is 1 year later, still with alot of knee discomfort. My chiro didn't seem to think a torn meniscus...but i am still having discomfort in the knee everyday, will this procedure help??

[@prochiropractic]

Possible yes. But you will likely need more treatment than only this.

[@pushkb77]

@@prochiropractic thank you for your reply. I am happy to report that it is now 8 years later,and never had to have surgery or steroids or any treatments. Prayer worked amazingly and also using X39 and Aeon patch and no more pain or any issues...

[@iraccoon8830]

Just had this done to me and it hurt like hell. It felt as if my skin was being ripped off my leg. I’m not sure how long this is supposed to take to improve healing, but I’ve noticed no difference with my pain

[@prochiropractic]

Typically a patient sees positive results in 1-4 visits. Your experience may vary depending on your unique circumstances, and the skill of your provider.

[@nada75100]

what about knee pain with a crunchy noise when bending? i have a consistent pain when bending after i gained weight now i started dieiting n excersising but the pain is getting worse!

[@prochiropractic]

If the crunching is associated with pain, weakness, or numbness, you should be evaluated.

[@th3king123]

i hate having osgood schlatter dieses considering i love basketball so much sometimes it gets difficult to play

[@prochiropractic]

Best wishes, and thanks for watching!

[@thomasjackson1664]

can you buy these tools yourself?

[@nicolenavarro1025]

Thomas Jackson you have to be certified to purchase the tools. cert and tools cost around 2200

[@prochiropractic]

You can buy cheap knock offs, with no training offer. I don't recommend this.

[@GerbsInDaBuilding]

I'm a high school football player and I got "rubbed out" in my school trainers room it was the most pain I've ever felt I too have osgood shlatters (I don't know how to spell it) and it's been a real pain, any other treatment ideas you can recommend?

[@prochiropractic]

Graston IASTM therapy, combined with functional taping, and a specific therapeutic exercise program. A certified sports chiropractor can put this together for you! Dr. Wilhelm - Bozeman Montana Sports Chiropractor

[@iiPlay2Much]

Damnn I workout 4 times a week and I feel like I need this! For some reason it looks pleasurable and not painful at all=]

[@prochiropractic]

💯💯💯

[@AlwonDomz]

3:09 would be so painful with my knees. I was given anti-inflammatory medicine for my knees a month back, but I'm starting to think I have chronic pateller tendonitis. I tried everything conventional, but the pain from jogging, sitting with legs at 90 degrees for an extended period of time, and taking a knee just won't disappear.. I've been dealing with this for over 4 months now.

[@prochiropractic]

Hope you found relief!

[@AlwonDomz]

@@prochiropractic Yes, I did fortunately. At the time, I was dealing with patellar tendonitis due to weak muscles, excess running and bootcamp. I’ve not dealt with the same pain in many years, thank god lol.

[@cedricchan_]

My Doctor said 3 months rest and that would heal my knee, can i just rest and do not do this treatment?

[@prochiropractic]

No

[@brucehodson2763]

As one with bilateral osteoarthritis patellae I find myself flinching just watching this demonstration.

[@prochiropractic]

Check out our videos on PEMF therapy as well for your condition

[@esiracastillo]

What's the difference between using these expensive tools vs. using the end of a spoon or fork to do this?

[@prochiropractic]

Hi Esira, there are quite a few differences. Arguably the finest is the the expertise of the professional attached to the instrument. :) Cheers!

[@josecarlosgomes3600]

Eu estou com este problema no joelho esquerdo

[@prochiropractic]

Thanks for watching!

[@jacobfrederick4747]

Dude I would cry if he did that over my knee I have really bad Osgood schlatters or however you spell it.

[@prochiropractic]

It can help with that! 💯✨️

[@aitis5016]

hello !

[@prochiropractic]

What's up?

[@kjthekunoichi]

Like, i need someone to graston my left knee rn... from soccer thats why😯

[@prochiropractic]

We get it!

[@prochiropractic]

Find a practitioner of sports medicine who specializes in this technique to help you. Good Luck!

[@julrodriguez50]

I wish my chiropractor would have done this to my knee too

[@prochiropractic]

Thanks for watching!

[@lekokama6619]

Damn it looks painful..

[@prochiropractic]

Not really, especially when provided by a qualified practitioner. 😀

[@AlwonDomz]

3:32 would just be excruciating.. :(

[@prochiropractic]

No so bad really

[@sittingdoe]

Looks like the Chinese "coining" method (or Gua Sha).

[@prochiropractic]

Similar, but not the same

[@MrJokerJenkins]

ummm I think its red because your irritating the skin

[@prochiropractic]

The redness is called hyperemia, and is a positive byproduct of the manual therapy. Cheers!

[@MrJokerJenkins]

Pro Chiropractic Thanks Doc. I didn't mean to be rude at all but thank you very much for the reply.

[@justinmaloney7108]

Vidicated it does look he is irritating the skin LMAO.. you wont be able to see increased blood flow from inside the knee through the skin.............. the term hyperemia means an increase of blood flow to different tissues..however the red skin you see in the video is just what skin normally does when you rub things like metal on it lol......