Date of Award
2000
Document Type
Scholarly Project
Degree Name
Master of Physical Therapy (MPT)
Department
Physical Therapy
First Advisor
Beverly Johnson
Keywords
Physical Therapy -- methods
Abstract
The purpose of this literature review is to take a closer look at the technique of strain-counterstrain in order to provide the reader with information regarding the history, scientific rationale, methodology, and utilization of this technique within in the realm of physical therapy. Strain-counterstrain was developed and refined by Lawrence Jones. Jones' technique is largely based on Irvin Korr's model, which sites the muscle spindle as the primary cause of somatic dysfunctions. The principles of strain-counterstrain as set forth by Jones have been well established throughout literature. However, several variations of the technique do exist. Within literature strain-counterstrain has been noted as having a rather wide scope of practice, being utilized within a wide variety of patient populations and diagnoses. Although limited, literature has also presented scientific research that has pointed to this technique as being an effective means of treatment. This research along with its strong rationale and wide scope of practice point to strain-counterstrain being a beneficial technique.
Recommended Citation
Knodle, Jacquelyn, "Strain-Counterstrain: Rationale, Methodology, and Utilization within the Practice of Physical Therapy" (2000). Physical Therapy Scholarly Projects. 259.
https://commons.und.edu/pt-grad/259