What is Functional Manual Therapy (FMT)
The development of the Functional Manual Therapy System has evolved for more than 34 years and is based on the tireless work of Gregg and Vicky Saliba Johnson. Their dedication and ongoing efforts to develop innovative therapy techniques to solve complex musculoskeletal and neuromuscular dysfunctions is evidenced by the thousands of patients that have benefited from their care.
Functional Manual Therapy uses specific evaluation techniques to identify movement dysfunctions that contribute to pain, decreased mobility and degenerative changes. Based on the evaluative findings, specific hands on therapy techniques and movement patterns are used to restore efficient mobility of the joints and soft tissues which include muscle, nerves, organs, fascia, skin, tendons and ligaments. Once efficient mobility of the system has been restored, neuromuscular re-education is utilized to improve specific muscle initiation, strength and endurance. The final component is to improve motor control, which focuses on proper movement patterns that allow for the most efficient use of the body. This includes integration of sports specific movements, to everyday activities such as walking, lifting, active sitting, and other day to day activities.
Functional Manual Therapy uses specific evaluation techniques to identify movement dysfunctions that contribute to pain, decreased mobility and degenerative changes. Based on the evaluative findings, specific hands on therapy techniques and movement patterns are used to restore efficient mobility of the joints and soft tissues which include muscle, nerves, organs, fascia, skin, tendons and ligaments. Once efficient mobility of the system has been restored, neuromuscular re-education is utilized to improve specific muscle initiation, strength and endurance. The final component is to improve motor control, which focuses on proper movement patterns that allow for the most efficient use of the body. This includes integration of sports specific movements, to everyday activities such as walking, lifting, active sitting, and other day to day activities.
What to expect on your first visit
Your initial evaluation will be completed in 1 hour and treatment may begin during the first visit if time permits. You will be taken through specific functional testing procedures to elucidate the primary cause of your injury. At the conclusion of the evaluation, your therapist will guide you through the treatment plan of care and answer any questions you may have.
You should wear comfortable clothing that can easily expose the injured region of the body. Shorts and a loose T-shirt are preferred. It is not required in New York to have a doctor's prescription for physical therapy. However, we are more than happy to work with and communicate our findings with your physician.
You should wear comfortable clothing that can easily expose the injured region of the body. Shorts and a loose T-shirt are preferred. It is not required in New York to have a doctor's prescription for physical therapy. However, we are more than happy to work with and communicate our findings with your physician.