Gentle & Targeted Relief Through Muscle Energy Techniques
At Wichita Physical Therapy Group, our Muscle Energy Techniques (MET) treatments are designed to help patients restore joint mobility, reduce pain, and improve muscular function through safe, non-invasive methods. MET is a specialized manual therapy approach that uses the patient’s own gentle muscle contractions, guided by a licensed physical therapist, to correct joint dysfunction and muscular imbalance.
How Muscle Energy Techniques Work
Muscle Energy Techniques involve a combination of controlled muscle contractions and precise positioning of the affected joint or muscle group. Your therapist will guide you through isometric contractions (where the muscle doesn’t visibly change length) against light resistance. This process helps stretch tight muscles, mobilize restricted joints, and re-educate neuromuscular pathways—all while being completely pain-free.
What Conditions MET Can Help With
- Chronic or acute joint stiffness
- Postural imbalances
- Low back or neck pain
- Pelvic asymmetry
- Restricted range of motion
- Muscle tightness or spasms
- Hip, shoulder, or sacroiliac joint issues
MET is particularly effective for those who have limited flexibility, recurring joint pain, or alignment issues that do not respond well to traditional stretching or passive treatments.
Why Use Us for MET in Wichita
Our experienced therapists are trained in advanced orthopedic techniques and take the time to tailor each MET session to your needs. We combine MET with other hands-on therapies and exercises to produce lasting results, faster healing, and improved functional movement.
Whether you’re recovering from injury, managing chronic discomfort, or seeking improved mobility, MET is a powerful, low-risk therapy option worth exploring.