WE'RE MOVING TO SERVE YOU BETTER!
Black Diamond Chiropractic is Opening a NEW State-of-the-Art Facility!
📍 New Address: 1451 Richardson Rd., Apex, NC
📅 Opening Date: July 1st, 2025
✅ Larger treatment rooms for enhanced comfort
✅ Expanded recovery zone with advanced equipment
✅ Better parking & accessibility for all patients
✅ Same exceptional care with Dr. Zach Higgins
If you’ve been dealing with stubborn muscle tightness, chronic inflammation, or restricted movement, you’ve probably tried everything—foam rolling, stretching, massage. But have you experienced the precision of muscle scraping? At Black Diamond Chiropractic and Sports Performance in Apex, NC, Dr. Zachary Higgins uses this advanced manual therapy technique to help athletes and weekend warriors break through pain barriers and return to peak performance.
Muscle scraping, also known as instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), is an evidence-based manual therapy that uses specialized tools to detect and treat soft tissue restrictions. Think of it as a more precise, targeted approach to addressing the root causes of muscle dysfunction.
Unlike traditional massage, muscle scraping allows Dr. Higgins to identify exactly where scar tissue, fascial restrictions, and chronic inflammation are hiding in your muscles. These restrictions often develop from:
During a muscle scraping session at our Apex clinic, Dr. Higgins uses specially designed instruments to apply controlled pressure along your muscle fibers and fascia. This technique:
The process creates a controlled microtrauma that triggers your body’s natural healing response, encouraging the formation of healthy, functional tissue.
Let’s be honest—muscle scraping isn’t a spa treatment. Most patients describe the experience as “uncomfortable but effective” or say “it hurts so good.” You might feel:
But here’s what patients consistently tell Dr. Higgins: it works. The temporary discomfort during treatment is worth the long-term relief and improved function.
Muscle scraping is particularly effective for athletes and active individuals between the ages of 10 and 40—Dr. Higgins’ ideal patient profile. You might be an excellent candidate if you’re dealing with:
Take the tree cutting business owner who came to Dr. Higgins with hip pain while bending. He had a ski trip planned in two weeks and couldn’t imagine enjoying it with his family while in pain. Through targeted muscle scraping combined with Dr. Higgins’ multi-dimensional approach, he was pain-free before his trip.
Or consider the marathon runner who injured her hamstring just one week before race day. While muscle scraping alone didn’t completely heal the injury in that short timeframe, it got her to the starting line pain-free—and then Dr. Higgins continued treatment after the race to ensure complete recovery.
What sets muscle scraping at Black Diamond Chiropractic apart from other practices in the Triangle area?
Time and Attention: While most chiropractors spend 5-10 minutes per patient, Dr. Higgins dedicates 30 minutes to each appointment. This means muscle scraping is never rushed—he takes the time to address every restriction thoroughly.
Multi-Dimensional Care: Muscle scraping isn’t used in isolation. Dr. Higgins combines it with other techniques like myofascial release, chiropractic adjustments, cupping therapy, and corrective exercises to attack your condition from multiple angles.
Education-Focused: You’ll never leave wondering what happened during treatment. Dr. Higgins explains exactly what restrictions he’s addressing, why they developed, and what you can do to prevent them from returning.
Before Treatment: Dr. Higgins performs a comprehensive physical exam to identify the exact source of your dysfunction. This differential diagnosis approach ensures muscle scraping targets the right areas.
During Treatment: Using specialized instruments, Dr. Higgins applies controlled pressure along affected muscles and fascia. You’ll feel the scraping sensation, and areas with significant restrictions may be more sensitive.
After Treatment: Most patients notice immediate improvements in range of motion. You might experience some tenderness for 24-48 hours, similar to post-workout soreness. Dr. Higgins provides post-treatment therapies and self-care instructions to optimize your results.
Timeline: While everyone is different, most patients experience noticeable results within the first week or two, with most complaints resolved within 6-8 weeks.
At Black Diamond Chiropractic, muscle scraping is part of a comprehensive treatment approach. Dr. Higgins often combines it with:
This multi-dimensional approach is why Dr. Higgins can get patients results ASAP—not months down the road.
If you’re an athlete, weekend warrior, or active individual dealing with:
Muscle scraping with Dr. Higgins might be exactly what you need to break through your plateau and return to the activities you love.
Ready to experience the precision and effectiveness of muscle scraping? Dr. Zachary Higgins serves athletes and active individuals throughout the Triangle area, including Apex, Cary, Holly Springs, Pittsboro, Durham, and Chapel Hill.
Contact Black Diamond Chiropractic and Sports Performance:
Current office hours are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 9 AM to 5 PM. New patients can contact us via phone, email, or text message. We’ll ask for some basic information, send you new patient paperwork, and find a time that works best for your schedule.
Don’t settle for the healthcare you can tolerate—experience the healthcare you deserve. Schedule your appointment today and discover why patients describe Dr. Higgins’ care as “attentive, educational, and life-changing.”
Dr. Zachary Higgins holds a Doctorate of Chiropractic, a Master’s in Sports Performance, and is a Certified Chiropractic Sports Physician (CCSP). Born and raised in Apex, NC, Dr. Higgins is passionate about providing multi-dimensional care that gets results fast. His approach combines every tool in his toolbox—from muscle scraping to chiropractic adjustments to corrective exercises—so patients can get back to doing what they love without relying on the healthcare system for quality of life.
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