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I get asked this question often, what’s the difference between massage and myofascial release, is it rubbing and stretching? Is it like deep tissue or sports massage? Is it more energy work instead of physical? And the answer is … sort of! How Are Massage And Myofascial Release Different? Of course, I could get technicalContinue Reading »
Myofascial release and the myofascial (fascial) system are getting a lot of attention in the realms of science, alternative medicine, and bodywork these days as researchers define, and redefine, what the fascial system is, how it functions, and why we should be paying attention to it. It can be a lot to take in, especiallyContinue Reading »
When Things Hurt, It Is Time To Seek Help! I recently spent a week at John Barnes’ Myofascial Release Clinic, Therapy on the Rocks, in Sedona, AZ as a client receiving treatment. I learned a lot about how my body responds to pain signals and the meaning I take from them. I also learned aContinue Reading »
I was asked this question a few days ago, “How do I approach my own myofascial self treatment?” What You Are Doing For Myofascial Self Treatment Matters I started to answer with the things I do on a regular basis. Legs up the wall at least once a week. Nightly lying on and softeningContinue Reading »
Have you had or are planning breast augmentation surgery? Without a doubt, there are many aesthetic and positive psychological benefits associated with breast augmentation. They can work wonders to boost self-esteem. Some women even regard their new and improved breasts as “life-changing.” Indeed, in the case of breast augmentation after breast cancer treatment, they’re “lifesavingContinue Reading »
What is a fascial plane and why should you know about it? Actually, most of us probably have zero need to know about fascial planes. But there is a relatively new procedure called a fascial plane block, and if you’re considering using this procedure for relief and reduction of chronic pain, you should read on.Continue Reading »
Are you scheduled for surgery and worried about scarring? When you go in for surgery, it is always inevitable that scarring will occur. However, the good news is that we can reduce the scar tissue that does occur. How do we do this? By preparing your body for the procedure and then taking good careContinue Reading »
If you’re considering Myofascial Release Therapy for any type of chronic pain condition or to treat the physical manifestations of trauma and emotional stress, you may be wondering whether you’ll have “homework” to do in between your sessions. How much homework is there? How often do I need to do it? What does it entail?Continue Reading »
More Blogs From Release Works What Can Myofascial Release Therapy Do For My Emotional Trauma? Yoga And Myofascial Release: Is There A Connection? Are There Side Effects To Myofascial Release Therapy? If you have chronic pain that has no apparent physical cause, and you’re looking for an alternative treatment to replace standard painContinue Reading »
What does it mean to trust what you sense and feel? That’s a great question! Consider, we’ve all had our experience invalidated in some way, at some point. You know how it feels, you speak up about something, a need, a desire, something you notice in the world around you, something you are feeling inContinue Reading »