Colorado Springs MASSAGE - MEET YOUR LOCAL “FDM” PROVIDER

KrausefitRx is a local Colorado licensed massage therapy(LMT) provider that specializes in the treatment of Soft Tissue (Fascia, Muscle, Tendon and Ligament) Dysfunctions through the utilization of FDM Treatments as well as a variety of other soft tissue techniques and manual therapies. Learn more about our massage therapy services for Colorado Springs and book your appointment today!

WHAT DOES FDM TREAT?

  • Achilles Tendinitis

  • Ankle Sprains

  • Back Pain (Chronic & Accute)

  • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome

  • Golfer’s/Tennis Elbow

  • Hamstring Pull/Strain

  • Hip Flexor/Psoas Tendinitis

  • Hip Pain

  • IT Band Syndrome

  • Knee Sprains

  • Low Back Pain

  • Neck Pain

  • Plantar Fasciitis

  • Rotator Cuff Strains

  • Shins Splits

  • TMJ

  • Tension Headaches/ Migraines

  • Whiplash

What else do we specialize in?

  • Resolving long term back pain by re-stabilizing and strengthening the core/hips

  • Correcting muscular imbalances through specific rehab exercises

  • Providing a performance based approach to therapy (as an athlete I have been around the block and overcome a lot)

  • Using Neuromuscular testing and movement screenings to assist in assessing both dysfunction and plan of treatment

  • Neuromuscular Release Techniques helping to restore proper blood flow and oxygen to affected areas of the body allowing the muscles to return to more proper function with less pain

WHAT IS FDM?

“FDM stands for the Fascial Distortion Model, developed by Dr. Stephen Typaldos, DO. It’s called a ‘model’ because it isn’t a technique.It’s actually a treatment model in which virtually all soft tissue injuries, or musculoskeletal complaints, are viewed through 1 or more of the 6 different types of alterations to the body’s connective tissues.”

“FDM has no protocols to memorize. Yet, FDM contains a detailed physical assessment, which leads to a specific diagnosis, and provides objective outcomes. The patient’s verbal and physical descriptions, coupled with the mechanism of injury and relevant orthopedic tests, will lead the practitioner to the proper form of soft tissue treatment. FDM stands for the Fascial Distortion Model, developed by Dr. Stephen Typaldos, DO.” (www.fascialdistortion.com/what-is-fdm)

6 TYPES OF FASCIAL DISTORTIONS:

CYLINDER DISTORTION:

  • Symptom: Pain that is irregular or jumps from one area to another, numbness, tingling, tremor, impression of swelling.

  • Issue: Coiled fascia under the skin gets tangled. 

TRIGGERBAND DISTORTION:

  • Symptom: Burning, pulling, pain along a line 

  • Issue: Layers of fascia that have separated or twisted under the skin.

HERNIATED TRIGGERPOINT’S:

  • Symptom: Aching, pinching, or catching sensation

  • Issue: Muscle tissue is protruding through a rupture in a layer of fascia.

CONTINUUM DISTORTION:

  • Symptom: a specific spot of pain on a bone or attachment point

  • Issue: Sudden movement disrupts the fascia's fluid connection to the bone 

TECTONIC FIXATIONS:

  • Symptoms: Joint that won't move.

  • Issue: Fascial layers are stuck to each other and not gliding.

FOLDING DISTORTION:

  • Symptom: Deep ache in the joint that feels like it restricts movement but, when tested, range of motion is normal.

  • Issue: Accordion-like fascia gets stuck after opening or closing too far.