The IASTM modality elicits a powerful neurologic response through manipulation of superficial lymphatic, vascular, and sensorimotor structures. This creates a critical window of opportunity for clinicians to implement movement remediation strategies in order to foster meaningful improvements in mobility and function. Applying sustained pressure to facilitated or hypertonic musculature causes an inhibitory effect through stimulation of Ruffini nerve endings and interstitial receptors in the skin, permitting less restricted, normalized movement to occur. Conversely, rapid, oscillating movements elicit a more facilitatory effect, consequently increasing muscle tone. IASTM is a unique treatment modality used to influence neuromuscular tone and plasticity through superficial manipulation of fascial sheaths and tonic musculature. The clinical benefits include increased range of motion, decreased pain, and improved proprioception. HawkGrips instruments boast a durable, ergonomic design with precision beveled edges, perfectly contoured for multiple surfaces. The cross hatched grip surface and stainless steel material make HawkGrips the ideal instruments to use when working with the athletic population, particularly bodybuilders due to their overall size and muscle density. Other instruments with blunt or overly aggressive edges lack the capacity to accurately assess and address myofascial restrictions with the same level of efficacy. Hawkgrips instruments adequately and appropriately transmit applied forces to treatment surfaces, without necessitating modifications to treatment technique. Acute responsiveness to variances in manual pressure prevent against biomechanical overload to the hand, wrist, and carpometacarpal (CMC) joint.
