Myofascial Release
Myofascial Release can be the answer to resolving a variety of pain conditions. It is a safe and very effective hands-on technique that involves applying extremely gentle, sustained pressure into your fascial system. It can release tension and restrictions that have built up even over many years.
So, what is fascia?
Fascia is a very specialized system in our body. It resembles an elaborate and very densely woven web that surrounds and interconnects every muscle, bone, nerve, artery, vein, and all of our internal organs. Just like the yarn in your sweater, it is one continuous structure, existing from head to toe without interruption.
Because of fascia…
Every part of your entire body is connected to every other part
The location of your pain may not necessarily be the source of your pain.
Under normal healthy circumstances
Fascia is relaxed and can stretch and move freely, allowing you to meet the demands of your life without pain or restriction.
Under stressful circumstances
Surgery, repetitive stress, chronic inflammation, physical or emotional trauma, and disease can cause fascia to become tight and restricted resulting in chronic pain and limitations to motion.
These restrictions can cause severe pain, as they produce intense pressures on pain sensitive structures, like an internal straitjacket.
Because standard diagnostic tests such as x-rays, myelograms, CAT scans, and electromyography do not show myofascial restrictions, many people with myofascial restrictions are undiagnosed and even misdiagnosed.
This can result in hours and hours of wasted time treating the wrong area and days or even years of taking unnecessary medication or suffering through daily activities.
Among the many benefits of Myofascial Release:
Decreased Pain & Stiffness
Improved Joint Mobility and Overall Flexibility
Improved Posture
Improved Blood Circulation
Decreased Inflammation
Decreased Scar Tissue Adhesions
Decreased Muscle Soreness, Spasms or Cramping
Decreased Headaches and Improved Focus and Concentration
Improved Muscle Function & Motor Control
Enhanced Athletic Performance/Faster Workout Recovery
Decreased Risk of Injury
Calming of the Nervous System
Increased Energy Levels
Restored Sense of Wellbeing
Restoration of the Body’s Natural Ability to Heal