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IASTM

Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization: soft tissue treatment using handheld tools.

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IASTM uses rigid tools to scrape or stroke the skin over muscle, tendon and fascia. Branded methods include Graston and ASTYM, and gua sha is a related traditional technique.

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