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Mayofascial Release

What Is Myofascial Release (MFR)?

MFR is a therapy that targets stuck, hardened, and dehydrated fascia—the connective tissue surrounding muscles, nerves, and organs. When fascia is restricted due to trauma, stress, or injury, it can cause pain, fatigue, and dysfunction, which often go undiagnosed.

What Conditions Can MFR Help With?

MFR aids in recovery from:

• Chronic pain
• Back, neck, and shoulder issues
• Sports injuries, whiplash, and TMJ
• Fibromyalgia, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS), and IBS
• Stress-related muscular tension
• Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs)

Why Is Fascia So Important?

Fascia is a 3D web-like membrane that connects and supports all body parts. When it stiffens or dries out, it compresses muscles, nerves, and vessels, causing discomfort, poor circulation, and limited mobility. This does not show up in standard medical tests.

 How Does Fascia Get ‘Stuck’?

• Trauma squeezes water out of fascia, making it hard and less elastic.
• Collagen fibres stick together and compress surrounding structures.
• This creates tension, imbalance, and ongoing pain.
• MFR rehydrates fascia and restores flexibility, easing pressure and pain.

Techniques Used in MFR

Practitioners use specialized hands-on methods like:

• Stretching and skin rolling
• Trigger point therapy
• Deep fascial glides and unwinding
• Visceral manipulation (for organs)
• Pilates (post-treatment muscular balance)

What Does Myofascial Pain Feel Like?

Pain may be:

• Sharp, dull, burning, or deep
• Hard to pinpoint
• Referred (felt in a different area from its origin)
• Variable day-to-day

Trigger points often cause pain and must be released along with nearby fascia to avoid recurrence.

 

For further information, please contact Marion on 07762 709675