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Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA) services offered in Columbus, GA
If you have chronic pain or excessive scar tissue after orthopedic surgery, manipulation under anesthesia (MUA) is a nonsurgical procedure that may provide relief. At Advanced Healthcare & Injury Center, LLC in Columbus, Georgia, skilled providers Marcus Edwards, DC, and Kelly McCants, MD, offer MUA to treat chronic musculoskeletal conditions that have not responded to conservative care. By combining gentle joint manipulation with anesthesia, MUA can improve your mobility, reduce pain, and restore function while keeping you comfortable. To see if MUA can help you, book a consultation by phone or via the website today.
Manipulation Under Anesthesia (MUA) Q&A
What is manipulation under anesthesia (MUA)?
MUA is a medical procedure in which your provider performs controlled, therapeutic joint and soft tissue manipulation while you’re under anesthesia or conscious sedation.
The anesthesia allows your muscles to fully relax so your provider can address joint restrictions, scar tissue, and adhesions that are hard to treat while you’re awake. After MUA, structured physical therapy or rehabilitation helps you experience better healing and benefits.
What does MUA treat?
Advanced Healthcare & Injury Center, LLC may use MUA to treat chronic musculoskeletal conditions involving stiffness, pain, and limited range of motion that haven’t responded to physical therapy, medications, or injections. These include:
- Chronic neck and back pain
- Frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis)
- Post-surgical joint stiffness
- Chronic low back pain with limited mobility
- Shoulder, hip, or knee joint restrictions
- Soft tissue adhesions and scar tissue
Your provider carefully evaluates your medical history and current condition to determine whether MUA is a safe and effective option for you.
Who can benefit from MUA?
You may benefit from MUA if you experience:
- Chronic pain or joint stiffness lasting several months or longer
- Limited improvement after conservative care, such as physical therapy or chiropractic care
- Significant loss of range of motion affecting daily activities
If you want to avoid surgery and are medically cleared for anesthesia and manipulation, your provider may recommend MUA.
What happens during MUA?
Before MUA, you can expect a comprehensive medical assessment, including imaging, physical examination, and anesthesia clearance. Your provider goes over what you need to know about the risks, benefits, and post-procedure care.
On the day of the procedure, they administer anesthesia or conscious sedation to ensure your comfort and allow your muscles to relax fully.
Next, they perform precise, controlled movements of the affected joints and surrounding soft tissues. These movements are designed to improve joint motion, reduce restrictions, and break up adhesions without forceful or aggressive techniques.
After the procedure, the team monitors you as the anesthesia wears off, and most people go home the same day.
After MUA, physical therapy or rehabilitation is crucial to support your long-term results. MUA is most effective when integrated into a comprehensive treatment plan that includes rehabilitation, lifestyle guidance, and ongoing medical oversight.
To talk to the experts at Advanced Healthcare & Injury Center, LLC about MUA, book a consultation online or call the office now.