Specific Soft Tissue Mobilisations (SSTM)

Question 1

What is a SSTM?

Answer 1

Skin must move with your finger without using lubrication, move as far as the skin moves.

Question 2

Why use an SSTM? (Pathophysiology behind it)

Answer 2

Alter regeneration of the remodelling phase, this initiates pain relief through the pain gait cycle, there is collagen remodelling and ground substance changes which affects Visco-elastic properties. The aim is to reduce pain and to allow for pain free function.

Question 3

What is a physiological SSTM?

Answer 3

Self stretch, physio stretch and engage barrier, oscillate using maitland grading or static holds. This should be stretched towards the end range.

Question 4

What is a deep transverse friction massage

Answer 4

Transverse compressive force is applied to the superior surface of the tissue

Question 5

What is an accessory SSTM?

Answer 5

Direct pressure, bowing and transverse mobilisations

Question 6

What is a combined SSTM?

Answer 6

Uses both Physiological and accessory SSTM techniques as they’re combined.