Muscle Activation Techniques

M.A.T. asks WHY? - Why are you in pain? Why do muscles compensate? Why are muscles tight or weak? Why do injuries recur? Get to the Source…

M.A.T. is an innovative treatment process and unique thought process which systematically eliminates pain, joint instability, and muscle tightness or compensation arising from muscle weakness (the source)

M.A.T. reactivates weak and injured muscles with precision manual therapy and corrective isometric exercises using an extensive system of checks and balances to assess and meet your body’s needs

M.A.T. addresses sources of pain - not just symptoms of pain - utilizing targeted muscle testing, global range of motion (R.O.M.) testing, and specialized musculoskeletal assessments

Have chronically tight, tense muscles or bad posture?

M.A.T. methodically frees muscle tension linked to compensation by addressing the root source; this method liberates muscles trapped in protective holding patterns within the body

Have a recurrent or overuse injury?

M.A.T. eliminates weak links in the muscular system that, if left unchecked, lead to an on-going “pin-ball” effect where muscular compensations result in improper and ineffective body mechanics

Have poor balance/ movement control or experiencing areas of muscular weakness?

M.A.T. corrects muscular imbalances by restoring appropriate muscle tension that pulls and holds joints into proper alignment while allowing the joint to regain effi cient mechanics (a great adjunct to chiropractic)

Take a long time to heal or old injury?

M.A.T. initiates your body’s natural regenerative capabilities producing higher levels of repair in tissues like cartilage, fascia, muscle tissue, tendons and ligaments (resulting from improved mechanical function)

Experience achy, creaky joints?

M.A.T. decreases wear and tear on joint surfaces, tendons and ligaments in a degenerative state, thereby reestablishing balanced muscle-tension relationships and stabilizing joints

Need to improve circulation?

M.A.T. improves blood fl ow in muscles and the surrounding tissues; weakened muscles lengthen and contract normally again, enabling better circulation

Surgery?

M.A.T. reduces global and regional stress, which results in an increased rate of healing and decreased load on the immune system

M.A.T. compliments and works with other modalities such as chiropractic, physical therapy, massage and personal training to return your body to full, pain-free function.

M.A.T. recognizes that if muscles are not connected, then exercise can contribute to or worsen muscle compensation; exercise cannot eliminate compensation by itself.

M.A.T. can help prevent surgery and degenerative states in the body by targeting and treating muscle weakness.

M.A.T. reveals protective patterns your body is using. Instead of aggressively addressing tight or irritated muscles,

M.A.T. sees muscle tightness as a natural protective and compensatory response. These compensations are triggered by any number of stresses that cause weakness or instability - specifically in muscles and joints.

M.A.T. targets the root cause, viewing pain, tightness, and compensation as primarily symptomatic to the muscle weakness. Compensations occur when some muscles can’t perform their role. Their load of forces is picked up by other muscles to “get the job done”. When the source of this compensation is addressed, the body’s protective responses are resolved and the optimal muscle balance is restored.

M.A.T. can progressively decrease or eliminate pain from the following conditions:

*Helps create the right state in the body for the break up of scar tissue; as muscle compensation is tamed, mechanical efficiency returns and misdirected forces that contribute to the formation of scar tissue are reconciled. The break up of scar tissue is initiated by normalized muscle contractions and appropriate muscle tension, enabling better blood flow and sparking natural healing processes.

M.A.T. Certified Specialists have studied and are highly trained in biomechanics, human anatomy,  precision manual therapy, and neurophysiology.

M.A.T. requires critical thinking, progressive philosophy and life long commitment to continuing education and overall mastery.

Muscle Activation Techniques™ (M.A.T.) is a dynamic muscular assessment system that analyzes and corrects muscular imbalances. It has been successful in the reduction and elimination of pain and fatigue, as well as enhancing muscle recovery in athletes and non-athletes alike. This unique method was developed by Greg Roskopf, a biomechanics expert who has worked as a consultant for the Denver Broncos, Denver Nuggets and the Utah Jazz. For more information, please visit the M.A.T. web site at www.muscleactivation.com.

To inquire about Muscle Activation Techniques™ or to set up an appointment please call: 917-675-3031 or visit All Systems Go M.A.T. Specialist: TROY STALLMAN 150 W 28th Street Suite 904 New York, NY 10010