Vibration therapy is a relatively new technique for physical therapists. Danielle Hass, DPT shares information about the Rapid Release tool that can make a big difference for clients suffering from muscle tightness and pain.
I enjoy working with my clients to figure out the best way for them to successfully return to work. Rapid Release is a tool that uses vibration therapy for treatment of tight, painful muscle groups. The high intensity vibrations move at 10, RPM and are engineered to overstimulate muscles in a way that helps them to relax and release.
For patients who have trouble relaxing, Rapid Release can make a huge difference in their overall physical therapy experience. Rapid Release can be used almost anywhere on the body. With five different surfaces, the Rapid Release tool can treat smaller trigger points such as in between fingers or bigger muscle groups like the back or shoulder.
The tool glides over the body part, so a towel or pillow case is placed between the tool and the skin. Treatment is fast, taking just two to five minutes to complete, and patients typically see results right away. Therapists also incorporate specific protocols to increase long-term effectiveness of the tool. With the back, there are so many muscles that it can be hard to get them to relax.
It can also be great to help with tight hamstrings before stretching to alleviate lower back pain. All Rights Reserved. We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Skip to content. December 3, Physical Therapy , Workers' Compensation.
