Experts in Motion: Body tempering

Will DuMouchelle, outpatient physical therapy, Parkview Sports Medicine, discusses the role of body tempering in athletic recovery.

Body tempering is a term referring to weighted soft tissue release over palpable tender or sore spots in a muscle group. This method is helpful after exercise or when potentially working through an injury.

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Body tempering requires a body tempering rod. These come in different weights. To perform the active release:

1. Identify the sore spots.
2. Press the rod into the muscle area.
3. Activate the muscle area.
4. Release it slowly.
5. Repeat for approximately 3 minutes.

You always want to check in to make sure it's not causing too much pain or is too uncomfortable.

If you feel like this treatment would be helpful for you, contact your athletic trainer or physical therapist at Parkview Sports Medicine. To learn more about our sports medicine services, visit us here.