Graston Technique

Graston Technique An evidence-based form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to detect and treat scar tissue & fascial restrictions.

Graston Technique® is a unique, evidence-based form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to effectively break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions. The technique utilizes specially designed stainless steel instruments to specifically detect and effectively treat areas exhibiting soft tissue fibrosis or chronic inflammation. Originally developed by athletes, Graston Technique® is an interdisciplinary treatment used by more than 43,000 healthcare providers worldwide—including physical and occupational therapists, hand therapists, chiropractors, athletic trainers, and others. Graston Technique® is utilized by outpatient facilities, industrial sites, professional and amateur sports organizations, and is part of the curriculum at respected colleges and universities.

02/26/2026

First, a heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at CSM 2026 and entered our Free Training Giveaway. We loved connecting with so many passionate clinicians and future clinicians who are committed to elevating patient care.

We’re excited to announce that this year’s winner is Breanna Jeske, SPT!

Breanna is a Doctor of Physical Therapy student with a strong interest in orthopedic rehabilitation and working with the amputee population. Her passion for physical therapy began at just ten years old after her father experienced a life-altering lower extremity amputation. Witnessing his rehabilitation journey firsthand gave her a deep appreciation for the profound impact physical therapy can have on restoring independence, mobility, and quality of life.

Her father’s long rehabilitation journey continues to shape her professional goals and fuels her commitment to serving individuals with limb loss.

Breanna is especially passionate about helping individuals with amputations regain functional mobility, build confidence, and return to meaningful activities. She values evidence-based practice, hands-on manual therapy techniques, and patient education as key components of successful rehabilitation. As a future clinician, she is committed to providing compassionate, individualized care that empowers patients throughout every stage of recovery — and to lifelong learning as she refines her clinical skills.

Breanna, we are honored to support your journey and can’t wait to see the impact you’ll make in the profession.

To everyone who participated — thank you again. If you didn’t win this time, stay tuned for future opportunities, upcoming trainings, and ways to continue advancing your clinical expertise with Graston Technique.

Congratulations, Breanna! 👏

Breanna's LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/breanna-jeske-78217b178

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🥋 Tap or Snap? Rehab of Common Jiu Jitsu Injuries📅 March 3, 2026 | 🎙 Ryan Lystad, DC, GTS🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/3WzV...
02/25/2026

🥋 Tap or Snap? Rehab of Common Jiu Jitsu Injuries
📅 March 3, 2026 | 🎙 Ryan Lystad, DC, GTS
🔗 Register: https://bit.ly/3WzVZp1

WEBINAR SIGNUP PROMOTION PLAN_M…

Treat BJJ athletes (or want to)? Join us for an evidence-informed clinical webinar covering:
✅ The 5 most common BJJ injuries
✅ Phases of tissue healing + clinical decision-making
✅ Best practices using Graston Technique® for ligamentous injury & tendinosis
✅ Key therapeutic + neuromuscular exercise strategies

Earn CEUs and leave with actionable takeaways you can use right away.

02/12/2026

🎉 Headed to CSM? Don’t miss Booth #713!

If you’re attending CSM, make sure to swing by Booth 713 and connect with one of our senior advisors, Mike Ploski, PT, ATC, OCS, GTS.

Have questions about Graston Technique®?
Curious how to integrate it more effectively into your rehab approach?
Want to talk shop about soft tissue treatment strategies?

Mike will be there to chat, share insights, and help you think through real clinical scenarios.

We’d love to see you there — stop by Booth 713 and say hello 👋and possibly WIN a free Graston Training!

🧠 Clinicians: Treating common Brazilian Jiu Jitsu injuries just got clearer.Join us March 3, 2026 for “Tap or Snap: Reha...
02/12/2026

🧠 Clinicians: Treating common Brazilian Jiu Jitsu injuries just got clearer.
Join us March 3, 2026 for “Tap or Snap: Rehab of Common Jiu Jitsu Injuries,” a live clinician-focused webinar with Ryan Lystad, DC, GTS.

Whether you’re a PT, ATC, DC, or rehab professional, you’ll walk away with evidence-informed strategies you can apply immediately in clinic:

• Identify the 5 most prevalent BJJ injuries seen in practice
• Understand tissue healing and acute injury physiology
• Learn best-practice Graston Technique® applications for ligamentous & tendinous injury
• Discover therapeutic & neuromuscular exercises to support return-to-play

📅 Live Webinar — March 3, 2026

📍 Save your spot here 👉 https://bit.ly/3WzVZp1

💡 This session is designed for clinicians seeking practical, real-world approaches to treating grappling injuries and optimizing functional outcomes.

Don’t miss it! 👊

⏰ 2 Hours — Final Chance to RegisterLimited ankle dorsiflexion continues to impact movement quality, injury risk, and re...
02/03/2026

⏰ 2 Hours — Final Chance to Register

Limited ankle dorsiflexion continues to impact movement quality, injury risk, and return-to-function outcomes.

Join Mike Ploski, PT, ATC, OCS, GTS tomorrow for a live clinical webinar:

Applications to Improve Ankle Dorsiflexion
✔️ Evidence-informed assessment
✔️ Practical intervention strategies
✔️ Graston Technique® applications
✔️ Earn CEUs

Registration closes before the live session.
👉 Save your seat now: https://bit.ly/3WzVZp1

CEU eligibility varies by profession and state.

🚨 Happening TOMORROW – Feb 3rd 🚨Applications to Improve Ankle DorsiflexionJoin Mike Ploski, PT, ATC, OCS, GTS for a clin...
02/02/2026

🚨 Happening TOMORROW – Feb 3rd 🚨

Applications to Improve Ankle Dorsiflexion
Join Mike Ploski, PT, ATC, OCS, GTS for a clinical webinar focused on evidence-informed strategies you can apply immediately to improve ankle dorsiflexion and lower-extremity function.

In this session, you’ll learn how to:
✔️ Assess ankle dorsiflexion accurately
✔️ Identify soft tissue, joint, and neuromuscular restrictions
✔️ Apply targeted, evidence-based interventions
✔️ Integrate Graston Technique® applications into care

🎓 CEUs available
⏰ Tomorrow – February 3rd

👉 Register now before it closes:
🔗 https://bit.ly/3WzVZp1

🚶‍♂️ Ankle dorsiflexion limitations don’t stay local—they impact the entire kinetic chain.Join us for an upcoming clinic...
01/28/2026

🚶‍♂️ Ankle dorsiflexion limitations don’t stay local—they impact the entire kinetic chain.

Join us for an upcoming clinical webinar exploring evidence-informed strategies to improve ankle dorsiflexion and optimize lower-extremity function across diverse patient populations.

🎓 Applications to Improve Ankle Dorsiflexion
📅 February 3, 2026
🎤 Mike Ploski, PT, ATC, OCS, GTS
📅 2PM or 7PM (EST)

Clinicians will learn to:
• Identify soft tissue, joint, and neuromuscular contributors to restricted dorsiflexion
• Perform accurate clinical assessments
• Understand functional and injury-related consequences of limited ROM
• Implement targeted interventions, including Graston Technique® applications

👉 Register here: https://bit.ly/3WzVZp1
🎓 CEUs available

🚨 Happening TODAY 🚨Want better outcomes in ACL rehab when loading is limited?Join Michael Racette, DPT today as he break...
01/13/2026

🚨 Happening TODAY 🚨
Want better outcomes in ACL rehab when loading is limited?

Join Michael Racette, DPT today as he breaks down how to integrate Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) across every phase of ACL rehabilitation.

🕑 2PM & 7PM ET
🎓 CEUs Available
🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/3WzVZp1

🚨 Happening January 13th — Don’t Miss This Live Webinar 🚨Optimizing ACL Rehab: Enhancing Outcomes with BFR Training📅 Jan...
01/09/2026

🚨 Happening January 13th — Don’t Miss This Live Webinar 🚨

Optimizing ACL Rehab: Enhancing Outcomes with BFR Training
📅 January 13, 2026
🎙️ Presented by Michael Racette, DPT, GTS, OMT

ACL rehab is complex—and getting outcomes to match expectations can be even harder. This LIVE clinical webinar breaks down how Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training can be strategically integrated across every phase of ACL rehabilitation to improve strength, accelerate recovery, and enhance patient outcomes.

✔️ Learn when and how to apply BFR safely
✔️ Compare traditional ACL rehab vs. BFR-integrated approaches
✔️ Review current research and clinical applications
✔️ Walk away ready to design an evidence-based ACL rehab program

👉 Reserve your seat now: https://bit.ly/3WzVZp1

Earn valuable CEUs while sharpening your clinical decision-making for one of the most challenging rehab populations.

01/05/2026

GRASTON CEO ANNOUNCEMENT:

After more than ten years as Graston Technique's CEO, I am honored to be part of a great organization, and now, excited to announce my retirement.

It has been a privilege to lead an organization that has become the global authority in Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) and recognized as the leader in rehabilitation education.

During this time, Graston Technique established the gold standard in the USA along with International Live “hands-on” training, innovative online Virtual, Self-Paced and monthly professional Webinar CEU training programs reaching over 70 thousand clinicians around the world in six international countries.

Our corporate internal teammates developed a culture and work environment that was felt and understood quickly by our customers. True professional leaders and honored to work side-by-side with you.

Graston’s external team of instructors; Chiropractors, Physical Therapists, Athletic Trainers, and Occupational Therapists are hands down the best trainers in the world and have been the backbone of this company.

Graston's success is truly a direct result of its members dedication, professionalism, expertise, innovation and shared commitment towards integrity and excellence. Proud of this culture that has always stepped up to rise above the occasion.

I am confident the organization is well positioned for continued success and growth in the years ahead.

As I transition into this retired chapter, I do so with immense pride and appreciation for all we have accomplished together.

It has truly been an honor to serve alongside each of you, and I am deeply grateful for your support and stewardship in building Graston Technique as a world-class organization.


With sincere thanks and appreciation,
Dominic "Dino" Merlina
Chief Executive Officer (Retired)
Graston Technique LLC.

🦵 Optimizing ACL Rehab with BFR TrainingACL rehab doesn’t have to stall when traditional loading is limited. Join us Jan...
01/05/2026

🦵 Optimizing ACL Rehab with BFR Training

ACL rehab doesn’t have to stall when traditional loading is limited. Join us January 13th for a clinical webinar exploring how Blood Flow Restriction (BFR) training can be strategically integrated through every phase of ACL rehabilitation to enhance strength, accelerate recovery, and improve patient outcomes.

🎙 Presented by: Michael Racette, DPT, GTS, OMT
📅 Date: January 13, 2026
⏰ Two live sessions available
🎓 CEUs available

In this evidence-based session, you’ll learn how to:
✔️ Apply BFR safely during various phases of ACL rehab
✔️ Compare traditional ACL protocols vs. BFR-integrated approaches
✔️ Understand the physiological mechanisms behind BFR
✔️ Design a comprehensive ACL rehab program using BFR principles

👉 Reserve your spot: https://bit.ly/3WzVZp1

12/23/2025

This season reminds us of the power of care, connection, and time to rest. From all of us at Graston Technique, we hope your holidays are filled with warmth, healing, and peace. 🎄🔥

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Graston Technique® is a unique, evidence-based form of instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization that enables clinicians to effectively break down scar tissue and fascial restrictions. The technique utilizes specially designed stainless steel instruments to specifically detect and effectively treat areas exhibiting soft tissue fibrosis or chronic inflammation. Originally developed by athletes, Graston Technique® is an interdisciplinary treatment used by more than 31,000 clinicians worldwide—including physical and occupational therapists, hand therapists, chiropractors, and athletic trainers. GT is utilized at some 3,600 outpatient facilities and 81 industrial sites, by more than 500 professional and amateur sports organizations, and is part of the curriculum at 48 respected colleges and universities.