GTS GTS Instrument Design & Treatment Protocols

Question 1

What is the primary material used in the manufacture of official Graston Technique instruments?

Accepted Answer

Surgical-grade stainless steel

Answer

Official Graston Technique instruments are manufactured from surgical-grade stainless steel, which provides the necessary density, edge retention, and hygienic properties required for clinical use.

Question 2

How many instruments are in the standard Graston Technique instrument set?

Accepted Answer

6

Answer

The standard Graston Technique instrument set consists of 6 instruments (GT-1 through GT-6), each designed with specific shapes and edges for treating different body regions.

Question 3

Which Graston instrument (GT) is most commonly used for treating the plantar surface of the foot?

Accepted Answer

GT-4

Answer

The GT-4 instrument, with its beveled concave/convex surfaces, is most commonly used for treating the plantar surface of the foot and other curved anatomical regions.

Question 4

What angle should the Graston instrument be held relative to the skin during treatment strokes?

Accepted Answer

30–60 degrees

Answer

Graston instruments should be held at 30–60 degrees relative to the skin during treatment strokes to maximize tissue contact and effectively engage the targeted soft tissue layers.

Question 5

Which of the following lubricants is recommended for use during Graston Technique treatment?

Accepted Answer

Emollient cream or Graston-approved lubricant

Answer

Emollient cream or Graston-approved lubricant is recommended to reduce friction, allow instrument glide, and protect skin integrity during treatment.

GTS - Graston Technique Specialist Practice Test

GTS - Graston Technique Specialist Practice Test

GTS GTS Instrument Design & Treatment Protocols