Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)

Definition: "IASTM is the use of a tool or instrument for the treatment of a disease or discomfort; a therapeutic modality or manual therapy technique that when combined with rehabilitative exercises improves musculoskeletal function" prohealthsys.

​Massage with IASTM can be effective for managing:

• Stress, anxiety, depression and relaxation

• Pain reduction and improved sleep

• Improved range of motion

• Subacute and chronic low back pain

• Chronic neck pain and headaches

• Osteoarthritis

• Delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS)

• Digestive and terminal conditions