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Below is a chart showing the differences and benefits between TSM and PASM.
Traditional Spinal Mobilization (TSM)
Power-Assisted Spinal Mobilization (PASM)
Treatment Table
Flat surface
Curved table design provides gentle lumbar traction and
opens the vertebrae.
Cervical Support
None
Free moving leaf spring headrest design prevents
cervical compression and provides comfort to patient.
Applicator
Hands
Pneumatic handset device with four pads spaced to
align with the spine.
Treatment Area
Target affected areas only.
Treat the entire spine utilizing three distinct treatment
modes that provides Myofascial Release, Neuromuscular Re-education and Spinal Mobilization.
Treatment
Mobilization – manual force is applied
to move only the affected vertebrae.
PASM operates in three modes and provides for a
comprehensive treatment:
1. Spasm Mode (Myofascial Release) - relaxing
spasms and acclimating the patient to the feel
of the treatment.
2. Reflex Mode (Neuromuscular Re-Education) stimulates spinal muscles to support and
stabilize the cervical, thoracic, and lumbosacral
paravertebral muscles.
3. Mobilization Mode - gentle force is applied to
the alternating transverse processes of adjacent
vertebrae (counter rotating each pair of
vertebrae at a time) along the entire spine with
consistent frequency.
PASM provides relief over a long term period, and can
help prevent/limit the extent of potential future
injuries.
Duration
12 to 15 minutes per vertebral joint
and ranges between 2 or 3 joints per
session. However, the times may vary
with patient diagnosis.
Advanced Therapy Systems
Sessions last approximately 15 minutes, treatment is
applied over the entire spine not just the affected
area. The device applies consistent pressure and
frequency which generally provides for consistent
treatment times, however, the times may vary with
patient diagnosis.
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