Manual Release Of Muscle Tension Using MET

One of our essential methods is the manual release of muscle tension using MET. This is a gentle and highly effective technique that helps in mobility and pain reduction and improves your physical performance.

What is the Muscle Energy Technique?

MET is a manual therapy for musculoskeletal dysfunction, pain, and restricted movement. It requires the patient’s active participation, as the patient performs controlled muscle contractions against the force applied by the therapist. This unique approach helps to relax and lengthen tight muscles, improve neuromuscular control, and realign the joints.

How Does this Technique Work?

Muscle Energy Techniques involve specific muscles to improve their function and minimise strain. Our trained and experienced practitioners are here to guide you throughout the procedure by giving controlled muscle contractions and stretches. This relaxes the muscles, helps release accumulated tension, improves blood circulation, and makes you feel relaxed.
  • These are the steps involved in MET:
  • Analysis: Our therapists thoroughly examine tight, dysfunctional and imbalanced muscle areas.
  • Positioning: Once we determine the issue, you are explicitly positioned to treat the affected muscles.
  • Contraction: Our therapists would ask you to contract the muscles gently against a slight resistive force they apply.
  • Relaxation Procedure: After the contraction for a few seconds, therapists instruct you to stretch and relax, which helps lengthen your muscles.
  • Procedure Repeats: This procedure may be repeated a few more times to achieve optimal muscle release and improve movement.

How Beneficial is MET?

  • Reduced Pain : When tight muscles are released, and joint alignment improves through muscle energy technique, you will feel a positive change in those areas. Pain is reduced considerably, making you relaxed.
  • Enhanced Flexibility: Regular sessions can improve muscle flexibility and joint movements, making daily work smoother and stress-free.
  • Better Muscle Functioning: MET helps reset muscle function, promoting balanced muscle activity and reducing the risk of injury.
  • Improved Blood Flow: Engaging muscles actively during MET improves blood circulation, stimulating healing and reducing inflammation.
  • Non-surgical Method : This technique is very safe and doesn’t involve cutting the skin open, making it easy to heal and less painful.

Who Can Benefit from Muscle Energy Technique?

MET can be useful for those suffering from different conditions like:
  • Sports Injuries:
    MET benefits athletes as part of their rehabilitation program, restoring their muscles and helping them avoid future injuries.
  • Lower Back Pain:
    When the lower back muscle tension gets released, it reduces pain and improves movement.
  • Neck and Shoulder Pain:
    This technique helps eliminate tension in the upper body, correct posture, and reduce discomfort.
  • Joint Issues:
    MET can improve joint movement, especially in hips, shoulders and spine.

What to Expect in Our MET Session?

Each session is personalised according to your needs and requirements, ensuring they are appropriately used to reduce the pain. Other than this, you can expect:
  • Customised Examination : Your journey to better health starts with a detailed evaluation to identify the affected areas of the body.
  • Personalised Treatment Plan : After reviewing your assessment reports, our practitioners curate a customised plan for you so that you get the most out of the treatment.

Why Choose North Shore Physical Medicine?

We are happy to offer high-quality care for all our patients. Our skilled and experienced practitioners are committed to helping you achieve your health and fitness goals through a non-invasive, less painful muscle energy technique. Schedule an appointment with our practitioners today and set your first step into a healthier and happier life!