IASTM is not Astym® Therapy.
No other treatment in physical therapy matches the power of Astym therapy
What’s the difference between Astym Therapy and IASTM?
Astym Therapy
Astym is a safe, proven method that was developed and tested by major hospitals and universities. With over ten thousand documented real world outcomes, it delivers reliable results. Astym certified providers achieve a 96.5% success rate even when other treatments have failed.
IASTM
IASTM (Graston, Gua Sha, muscle scraping, etc.) is a generic term that refers to a range of trial and error and archaic methods that attempt to break down scar tissue through scraping techniques. IASTM has been shown to be ineffective by peer-reviewed research. Patients can experience pain, bruising, and “road rash” as a result.
<strong>Excellent Results</strong> 96.5% success rate
<strong>Safe,</strong> comfortable application
<strong>Instruments</strong> are FDA-registered medical devices
<strong>Patients are happy</strong> and feel better often immediately after treatment
<strong>Level I research</strong> concludes it is effective and safe
<strong>Scientifically developed,</strong> proven protocols
<strong>Stimulates the body’s natural healing process</strong> at a cellular level
<strong>Developed and supported</strong> by medical professionals and hospitals
<strong>Large amount of high-quality CEUs</strong> available
<strong>Instructors are master clinicians versed in research</strong>
<strong>Poor Results</strong> shown to be inferior or same as no treatment
<strong>Trauma</strong> induced by scraping
<strong>Tools</strong> are not registered with the FDA
<strong>Patients complain</strong> that they feel worse or injured often after treatment
<strong>Research shows treatment is ineffective,</strong> with safety concerns
<strong>Trial and error</strong> with no standard of care
<strong>Misguided treatment</strong> attempting to break up tissue
<strong>Tools are made and sold by anyone to anyone</strong>
<strong>Few CEUs</strong> available (if any)
<strong>Teachers often with limited experience/education</strong>
“Better Results, Period.”
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How does Astym therapy work?
Astym is a noninvasive therapy that engages the body’s natural restorative mechanisms. Developed by leading research hospitals and universities, Astym therapy stimulates healing and rebuilds soft tissue.
Astym Certified providers use FDA-registered medical instruments to identify areas of scar tissue causing pain and restricted mobility. Astym therapy stimulates tissue remodeling, and it’s a proven protocol that delivers:
Unmatched outcomes
Faster recovery
Long-lasting results
Increased flexibility
Enhanced muscle performance
Better mobility
Resolves pain quickly
No downtime
Comfortable treatment
The Astym Certification
Difference
Astym certification is unlike any course you’ve ever attended. It’s an intensive training program developed from extensive scientific research and led by master clinicians with deep knowledge of soft tissue research.
In Astym certification, you learn the how and why, and become an expert in soft tissue treatment. Online and in-person Astym certification courses are available. No matter which option you choose, certification includes advanced lab-based, hands-on training.
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Nothing empowers clinical success like Astym therapy
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Once you’re Astym certified, you can deepen your skills and expand your practice by taking advanced Astym courses for specific patient groups or conditions.
