At the Institute for Athlete Regeneration Sports Medicine (IARSM) in Houston, TX, we believe your body deserves more than quick fixes or generic care. When pain lingers, stiffness slows you down, or injuries keep coming back, it’s a sign your system needs more than exercises on a handout.
That’s where our hands make the difference.
Our fellowship-trained manual therapists don’t just “treat symptoms”—they dive deep to find what’s holding you back, unlock restrictions, and restore how your body was built to move. Then, we pair that progress with targeted movement training so your results stick.
Because you don’t just want relief—you want freedom to move, compete, and live on your terms.
Stop managing pain. Start taking control. Book your session today.
What Is Manual Therapy (Really)?
Most people think manual therapy is just massage. It isn’t.
It’s a skilled, clinical process where we use our hands (and specialized tools) to:
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Release muscles that won’t let go
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Free up joints that feel locked and stiff
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Break down scar tissue and adhesions limiting your range
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Reset your body’s ability to move smoothly and without pain
Think of it like this: your body is an engine. Exercise is the gas, but manual therapy is the tune-up that makes sure it actually runs the way it should.
Why Athletes Trust IAR
Not all care is created equal. At IAR, here’s what sets us apart:
Fellowship-Trained Manual Therapists
We’ve gone through the highest level of training in the field. That means sharper diagnostics, advanced hands-on techniques, and better results, faster.
1-on-1 Care, Every Time
No techs, no assistants, no being left alone with a band. When you’re here, your therapist is focused entirely on you.
Direct-Pay Model = More Care, Less Red Tape
We don’t answer to insurance companies. We answer to you. That means more time for hands-on work and a plan built around your goals, not billing codes.
Integrated Approach
Manual therapy is just the start—we blend it with targeted movement and strength strategies to keep you pain-free long-term.
How Manual Therapy Helps You
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Feel lighter and looser after just one session
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Unlock stiff joints and restore mobility
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Get relief from nagging tension and spasms
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Heal faster after an injury or surgery
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Improve performance by moving more efficiently
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Prevent breakdowns before they sideline you
Tools in Our Arsenal
We don’t just do one thing—we use the right combination of interventions to get results that last:
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Soft Tissue Mobilization
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Fascial Mobilization
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Joint Mobilization & Manipulation
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Sports Massage
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Graston / IASTM
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Cupping Therapy
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Regenerative Dry Needling
Our philosophy: Release. Restore. Re-educate. We break down the barriers holding you back, reset your system, then retrain your body to perform at its best.
Who It’s For
If you’re:
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Dealing with back, neck, or shoulder pain
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Frustrated with stiff hips, knees, or ankles
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Tired of headaches or tension that keeps coming back
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Recovering from surgery or an old injury
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Battling sports injuries like tennis elbow or runner’s knee
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Simply fed up with being sidelined by nagging pain
…then manual therapy at IAR isn’t just an option—it’s the solution.
Take the Next Step
You’ve put in the effort. Don’t let pain, stiffness, or frustration hold you back. With fellowship-trained therapists, advanced hands-on techniques, and a model designed to give you our full attention, IAR delivers the kind of results other clinics can’t touch.
Stop living with limits. Schedule your manual therapy consultation today.
Institute for Athlete Regeneration Sports Medicine
8562 Katy Freeway, Ste 130
Houston, TX 77024
⚠️ Please note: IAR operates on a direct-pay model, which means we don’t work with insurance. That allows us to provide longer sessions, faster scheduling, and results-focused care without restrictions.