Therapy, Soft Tissue

**Definition:** The assessment, treatment, and management of soft tissue injury or dysfunction. Therapy is designed to reduce tension and irritation in affected tissues and may include MASSAGE; muscle stretching, or direct pressure on muscles, connective tissue, and TRIGGER POINTS.

**Tree numbers:** - E02.190.599.750 - E02.779.867.880 - E02.831.535.867.880

**Synonyms:** - Soft Tissue Therapy