An innovative self-massage device that allows people to treat their own tightness, stiffness, and discomfort in the comfort of their own home.

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How to use the Myotool™

The illustrations below demonstrate some of the self-treatment possibilities using the MyoTool™.  As you can see, if the MyoTool™ is anything, it’s versatile.  Not only can you reach and treat your whole body, but you can also alter the manner in which you use it to best suit you.  You can sustain the pressure of a knob and focus on relaxation, rock the lever back and forth, pump the tool lengthwise, or glide the knobs along tight tissues.  To learn more about these treatment techniques and see many additional treatment ideas with written descriptions, download the user’s guide.

Each technique shown here was “discovered” using creativity and experimentation.  As you use the MyoTool™, you will discover additional techniques that feel great to you and provide relief. 

Have you ‘discovered’  a new technique? If you would like, you may email a description and/or a picture of the technique.   Enjoy and feel the relief!!

Basic Techniques

There are four basic techniques you will use to treat your body. You can sustain the pressure on an area while focusing on relaxation, rock the lever back and forth to promote mobility and circulation, pump the tool lengthwise to enhance muscle and joint mobility, or glide the knobs along tight tissues to encourage flexibility and free up fascial restrictions. 

 

Sustained pressure

Rocking

Gliding

Pumping

Treatment with the Myotool should be comfortable. Sometimes you may experience that “hurt-so-good” feeling, but if the discomfort becomes more than that- lighten up! – you are probably pushing too hard. If you are using the Myotool while lying down, remember that the surface you are lying on makes a big difference. If the pressure feels too strong, try using the Myotool™ while lying on a soft mattress, or place a folded towel over the knobs to soften the pressure. If you are not getting enough pressure, use the Myotool™ while lying on the firm floor for maximal pressure.

Check out the different techniques for the neck, low and mid-back, chest, shoulders, arms, buttocks and hips, thighs, legs and feet.

Precautions

· Use caution if you are on blood thinners or aspirin or are otherwise prone to bruising. Start with very light pressure for a short period to ensure that no bruising occurs.

· People with osteoporosis should be especially gentle when treating near boney areas such as the spine and should consult a physician prior to using the Myotool™.

· Avoid using the Myotool™ over the low back and abdominal region during pregnancy or consult a physician prior to using the Myotool™.

· Do not use the Myotool™ over areas of acute inflammation (warmth, redness, swelling). · Keep the Myotool™ away from children. Improper use could result in injury.

· In general, begin with shorter sessions (around one minute per body part) and more gentle pressure using the Myotool™. If you are tolerating the treatment well, progress to longer durations or deeper pressure.

"The MyoTool is an easy and affordable way to help patients self mobilise and stretch, particularly the difficult to access regions such as the spine where self segmental mobilisation is almost impossible. The versatility of the MyoTool allows an almost complete self management program for mobilising and stretching empowering patients to be less dependent on health care providers."
Jenny McConnell
Jenny McConnellB.App.Sc.(Phty), Grad.Dip.Man.Ther, M.Biomed.Eng.
The MyoTool is a versatile and cost effective “self help” device that is utilized to instruct patients in mobilization of the musculoskeletal system. This device empowers the patient to self manage chronic and subacute musculoskeletal disorders. In particular, I have found the Myotool to be very effective in helping patients learn to self mobilize specific spinal segments, muscles and nerves that are otherwise difficult to access. The uniqueness of the Myotool allows for numerous options for treatment in a comfortable and clinically effective manner. The end result is the compliance to home exercise and self management programs.
Joe Farrell,
Joe Farrell, PT, M App Sc, DPT, FFAAOMPT
"I have been experiencing chronic pain for the past 22 years as the result a series of spinal injuries followed by surgeries. I have spent thousands of dollars and an equal amount of hours in my life seeking relief. Using the Myotool allows me to ease my pain. The Myotool is the easiest and most cost effective way of gaining decreased pain and only takes a few minutes each time I use it. Myotool is my tool for pain relief. Thank you for this wonderful invention."
Rodger Mann
Rodger MannGrass Valley, CA
"I build homes. I not only oversee the construction, I do most of the construction; everything from pouring concrete and framing to roofing and painting. All the different aspects of construction utilize and take a toll on many different muscles. My MyoTool enables me to get up the next day and do it again. It lets me massage my muscles at my own pace and pressure, depending on my needs. I can target areas, such as my back, with my own control. During consturction, I use the MyoTool nightly and feel great in the morning. I recommend the MyoTool."
Shane Coz
Shane CozPT Client
"I have worked in physical therapy for fourteen years. I have a bulging disc in my neck. I have gone to many doctors who have treated this condition, none have worked. Then a friend introduced me to the MyoTool, it is something that I can use myself to alleviate the pain. It is easy to use and I can find the painful spots and work them out on my own. I never thought that I could do as much for myself as this tool allows. Who would have thought that I could give myself a massage that would actually feel good. Needless to say I use my MyoTool for my aches and would recommend it to anyone."
Sally M
Sally MPT Aide
"The design of the Myotool is extremely complimentary to the hands on soft tissue related treatments provided by us physical therapists in the clinical setting. It almost as good as the patient having their own personal PT… to provide all of the needed tacks for effective mobilization."
Pablo Ruiz
Pablo RuizPT
" After 12 years of searching for relief from my back pain I am thrilled to have found the MyoTool! It’s great that I can now help myself through the use of the MyoTool without going to physical therapy as often. Thanks so much!"
Maria Goodin
Maria GoodinPT Client
"I broke my back over 38 years ago. The MyoTool helps me stay aligned as it reaches places on my back that otherwise are inaccessible. It is flexible, yet firm enough to relieve the tightness I feel every single day of my life. I put it under my bed and pull it out when needed. I love it!!!"
Weston Millward
Weston MillwardPT Clilent
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