We Fix Movement to:
f.a.s.t approach:
facilitation, activation, systematic therapy
The goal of the F.A.S.T Approach to Physical Therapy is to re-establish normal stresses at the articular level, returning surrounding tissue tension and length to normal, restoring normal structure and function and increasing overall activity level for all ages and abilities. Neuromechanics is the interplay between neural circuits and biomechanics and seeks to understand how muscles, sense organs, motor pattern generators, and the brain interact to produce coordinated movement. Facilitation of Joint Movement, Movement Control, Balance and Power are the formula to comprehensively assess and address the movement system to allow for all play and activity. Are you a PT interested in what we do? Check out our Practicum!
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