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Graston Technique® Muscle Therapy in Bergen County, NJ

Break Up Scar Tissue, Restore Mobility & Relieve Pain
Experience the Graston Technique® in Closter, Park Ridge, and Montvale, NJ. The Spine & Health Center of New Jersey uses advanced instrument-assisted therapy to break down scar tissue and improve mobility naturally.
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What Is the Graston Technique®?

The Graston Technique® is an advanced form of Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) designed to treat soft tissue injuries, chronic muscle tightness, and scar tissue adhesions. By using specialized stainless-steel tools, this therapy helps break down fascial restrictions, increase blood flow, and accelerate healing.

At The Spine & Health Center of New Jersey, our highly trained clinicians—including Dr. Kelly Blundy, IFMCP, DC, BCIM, ART—use the Graston Technique to treat both acute and chronic musculoskeletal conditions. This evidence-based therapy helps patients move better, feel stronger, and recover faster—naturally and without medication.

We proudly offer Graston Technique treatments at our Closter, Park Ridge, and Montvale offices, serving patients across Bergen County, NJ.

How Does the Graston Technique Work?

During a session, your provider uses uniquely shaped stainless-steel instruments to gently glide over the skin. These tools help detect and break down adhesions—areas of scar tissue or restricted fascia that can cause stiffness, pain, or inflammation.
The technique stimulates the body’s natural healing processes by:
  • Increases Local Blood Flow and Oxygenation Enhancing nutrient delivery and speeds up recovery.
  • Promotes Collagen Remodeling Supporting stronger, healthier tissue formation.
  • Reduces Pain and Inflammation Helps relieve soreness and improve comfort.
  • Restores Normal Movement Patterns Allowing joints and muscles to move freely again.
This approach helps accelerate tissue repair while reducing discomfort and improving function in the affected area.

What Conditions Can the Graston Technique Treat?

The Graston Technique is clinically proven to treat a wide variety of soft tissue injuries and musculoskeletal conditions, including:

  • Chronic back and neck pain
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Tennis and golfer’s elbow
  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Shin splints
  • Rotator cuff injuries
  • IT band syndrome
  • Achilles tendinitis
  • Hip, knee, and shoulder pain
  • Post-surgical scar tissue
  • Myofascial pain syndrome
By addressing soft tissue dysfunction at its source, Graston therapy helps patients experience long-lasting relief and improved range of motion.

Benefits of Graston Technique®

Complements Other Therapies

Works synergistically with physical therapy, chiropractic care, and sports performance training.

Improves Flexibility and Range of Motion

Restores proper muscle and joint mechanics by improving tissue elasticity.

Breaks Down Scar Tissue and Adhesions

Targets underlying restrictions that limit mobility and cause pain.

Promotes Faster Healing

Stimulates the body’s natural repair processes for quicker recovery from injury.

Non-Invasive and Drug-Free

Provides natural relief without surgery or medications.

Reduces Chronic Pain and Inflammation

Decreases tightness and inflammation in overused or injured muscles.

What to Expect During a Graston Session

A typical Graston Technique session lasts 15–30 minutes, depending on the treatment area and condition.

Here’s what to expect:

  1. Warm-up: Light stretching or soft tissue preparation to increase circulation.
  2. Graston Application: Your provider uses smooth, contoured instruments to locate and treat restricted tissues.
  3. Post-Treatment Exercises: Targeted stretches or strengthening exercises to reinforce tissue mobility.

You may feel mild tenderness or redness following treatment—this is a normal healing response that resolves quickly. Most patients experience improved movement and reduced pain within a few sessions.

Is the Graston Technique Safe?

Yes. The Graston Technique is FDA-cleared and evidence-based, used by thousands of healthcare providers worldwide. When performed by trained clinicians, it is a safe, effective, and well-tolerated therapy for both acute and chronic conditions.

Our team ensures every session is customized to your comfort level and medical needs.

Why Choose The Spine & Health Center of New Jersey?

At The Spine & Health Center of NJ, we use the Graston Technique as part of a comprehensive, integrated care model that blends manual therapy, rehabilitation, and functional movement correction.

What Sets Us Apart:
  • Certified clinicians trained in Graston and Active Release Techniques (ART)
  • Expertise in treating both athletic and post-surgical conditions
  • Integration with complementary treatments for faster recovery
  • Individualized, patient-focused approach
  • Convenient offices in Closter, Park Ridge, and Montvale, NJ

Our goal is to help you move freely, recover fully, and live without pain—through evidence-based, hands-on care.

Schedule An Appointment!

Ready to move with less pain and more freedom? Experience the benefits of Graston Technique® Muscle Therapy at The Spine & Health Center of New Jersey.

📍 Visit us at one of our Bergen County locations:
  • Closter: 31 Vervalen St, Closter, NJ 07624
  • Park Ridge: 146 Kinderkamack Rd, Park Ridge, NJ 07656
  • Montvale: 32 Philips Pkwy, Montvale, NJ 07645
Schedule your appointment online or contact your nearest location to learn more about Graston therapy.
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FAQs About the Graston Technique®

Most patients feel mild discomfort during treatment, similar to deep tissue massage. Pressure is always adjusted for comfort.
Most conditions improve within 4–6 sessions, though chronic injuries may require more.
Mild redness or temporary bruising can occur—it’s a normal part of the healing response.
Athletes, post-surgical patients, and anyone experiencing chronic soft tissue pain can benefit from this therapy.
No. While both address soft tissue tension, Graston uses specialized instruments to reach deeper adhesions and promote long-term healing.
It’s often included under physical therapy or chiropractic benefits. Our staff will confirm your coverage before treatment.

External Resource

Learn more about Graston certification and clinical use from the Official Graston Technique® website.

Service Areas

We proudly serve patients from Closter, Park Ridge, and Montvale, and throughout Bergen County, NJ, including Westwood, Hillsdale, Woodcliff Lake, Alpine, Englewood, Dumont, and Hackensack.

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