Manipulation Under Anesthesia
What Is Manipulation Under Anesthesia?
The term "Term Manipulation" under anesthesia sounds exactly like it. You can manipulate your muscles under anesthesia. This technique has been used by osteopathic Anesthesia Services doctors since the 1930s.
Manipulation Under Anesthesia is when the patient is relaxed and lightly anesthetized. The patient is awake for adjustments and stretching.
The procedure can be done outpatient and includes post-procedure care and exercise.
MUA is a valuable tool for those with chronic back, neck, or joint problems due to long-term disabilities, injuries, or accidents.
Here are some general and common indications that MUA might be effective.
Myofascial pain syndrome chronic
Torticollis
Chronic re-injury
Fibro adhesion buildup
Chronic disc problems
These are just a few examples. Traditional therapy can also be beneficial for some patients with chronic pain.
MUA works because the patient is in a "Twilight", which allows them to be responsive, but not anxious. MUA adjustments are similar to regular chiropractic visits but require less force because the patient is in a relaxed state.
The chiropractor will do stretching exercises and manipulate movements during the procedure. After this, the patient is placed in recovery for between 15 to 20 minutes. The chiropractor will be there until the patient is freed and sent home. For the next few weeks, the patient will need to continue exercising and seeing the chiropractor.
The patient should continue intensive therapy for 7-10 days after the MUA procedure. The same MUA stretches should be used for this post-MUA therapy.
Procedure and adjustments are made at the doctor's office. The doctor will then prescribe rehabilitation that includes stretching, flexibility, strengthening, and periodic adjustments. The patient will be able to regain pre-injury strength as well as prevent future pain and disability by following a prescribed program of post-MUA therapy.
