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Soft Tissue Therapy with FAKTR / Graston Techniques

Target tension. Restore movement. Support healing—where it matters most.

At Renew Chiropractic, we understand that proper alignment is only part of the healing equation. That’s why we incorporate advanced soft tissue therapies alongside your chiropractic care to address deeper layers of tension, restriction, and dysfunction.

Soft tissue therapy targets the muscles, fascia, ligaments, and tendons—structures that support and surround your spine and joints. When these tissues become tight, inflamed, or stuck, it can limit your mobility and interfere with your recovery. By using specialized tools and techniques, we help break down scar tissue, improve circulation, and restore freedom of movement—supporting and extending the effects of your chiropractic adjustments.

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DID YOU KNOW?

Releasing fascial adhesions through soft tissue therapy can actually help your body hold adjustments longer, reduce inflammation, and speed up recovery after an injury or surgery.

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FAKTR (pronounced FACTOR) stands for Functional and Kinetic Treatment with Rehab. It’s an evidence-based soft tissue technique that combines instrument-assisted therapy (similar to Graston), movement, and rehab exercises to treat a wide range of musculoskeletal conditions—quickly and effectively.

What makes FAKTR unique is that it treats the body in motion and at the source of pain or restriction, rather than passively on the table. This allows us to identify and address soft tissue dysfunction in real time, resulting in faster, longer-lasting improvements.

Dr. Ashley Stalmack is trained in FAKTR and integrates this advanced technique into care plans when appropriate, using it to enhance chiropractic adjustments and support full-body recovery. As a FAKTR-trained provider, she works with your body’s natural movement patterns and fascial tension to promote deep, effective healing

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What Conditions Can FAKTR Help With?

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Soft tissue therapy using FAKTR/Graston can help treat:

  • Tendinopathies and overuse injuries

  • Sprains and strains

  • Muscle tightness and trigger points

  • Fascial restrictions (e.g., plantar fasciitis, IT band syndrome)

  • Adhesive capsulitis (frozen shoulder)

  • Nerve entrapments (e.g., carpal tunnel, sciatica)

  • Shin splints

  • Post-surgical scar tissue and recovery

  • Repetitive stress injuries

  • Auto and work-related injuries

Who is it for?

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FAKTR isn't just for athletes (though they love it). This therapy is ideal for:

  • Active individuals

  • Post-surgical patients (e.g., joint replacement recovery)

  • People recovering from auto accidents or workplace injuries

  • Anyone experiencing chronic tension, pain, or movement restrictions

Because FAKTR is adaptable, it’s effective across all ages and activity levels—from weekend warriors to grandparents.

Integrated Care That Works Together

Soft tissue therapy at Renew Chiropractic is always used in conjunction with your chiropractic care. By addressing both the structural and muscular components of your health, we’re able to treat the root of your issue more thoroughly—so you move better, heal faster, and feel stronger.

Your care plan may include soft tissue therapy before or after an adjustment, depending on what your body needs that day. It’s just one more way we provide whole-person care with precision and purpose.

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