The John F. Barnes’ Myofascial Release Approach® is considered to be the ultimate therapy that is safe, gentle and consistently effective in producing results that last. Discover how our therapists can help you, even if you’ve been stuck in pain for years.
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 »
I’ve written a bit about this previously, that your myofascial self treatment and care must match your workout. That there are likely some go tos, some self treatment that you will do for life to help keep your body moving and feeling best. I am familiar with those for myself. Generally that is some timeContinue Reading »
Do you have an upcoming surgery and want the best possible results? Perhaps it’s a hip or knee replacement, ligament, or Achilles’ tendon repair. Maybe it’s a cancer surgery, total hysterectomy, or other major operation. Even just a minor procedure that’ll have you in and out the same day, whatever it is, it pays toContinue Reading »
Are you considering Myofascial Release Therapy, but you’re unsure of the benefits, or you’re concerned about whether there is any validity in the claims that it can cure chronic pain? Well, these are common concerns that we hear from patients when they first come to us, and they haven’t tried Myofascial Release Therapy before. ButContinue Reading »
John Barnes (R) and myself (L) If you’re familiar with English football, you could be forgiven for thinking John Barnes is a sports pundit, New Order backup singer, and ex-Liverpool and Newcastle United “football” (aka soccer) player. He is, of course, so if that’s who you’re looking for – you might want to try theContinue Reading »
Have you seen people frantically rolling around on the floor using foam rollers and talking about ‘Self-Myofascial Release’? It’s a miracle if you haven’t. It seems to be a current viral trend right now. Aggressively rubbing tight muscles with foam rollers – before and after a heavy workout – has become the latest “fitspo” trend.Continue Reading »
Have you been told by well-meaning friends or relatives that you might have Myofascial Pain Syndrome? Perhaps you’ve been searching online and arrived at a Dr Google diagnosis of Myofascial Pain Syndrome. Still, you’re not sure what it is or whether your symptoms 100% fit the criteria. You have questions. What is going on? We’veContinue Reading »
Heard of trigger points? For some, a trigger point is when your child asks, “why?” or “can I have a snack?” for the one-millionth time today. For others, it’s when your husband leaves his socks on the floor or doesn’t hang his jacket up in the proper place. When your girlfriend is hormonal and moodyContinue Reading »
Some people say designer handbags, New Year’s Eve, and curly Kale are over-rated. But if you’re an Instagram Influencer, a Kardashian, or a health and wellness blogger: designer bags and Kale-green superfood smoothies are everything. Plus, some people live for the crushing disappointment of the annual New Year’s Eve parties – closely followed by theContinue Reading »