ABOUT THE FASCIA
What is fascia?
Fascia is a tough connective tissue that spreads throughout the body in a three-dimensional web from head to foot without interruption.
Why have myofascial release?
Trauma, posture, or inflammation can create a binding of the fascia, resulting in increased pressure on nerves, muscles, blood vessels, body structures, and/or organs. Common symptoms of fascial restrictions are:
- Muscle and/or joint pain
- Decrease joint range of motion
- Decreased muscle flexibility
- Decreased strength
- Development of trigger points
- Postural asymmetries
- Headaches
Myofascial release provides a means to achieve corrective responses to these common symptoms.
What is the John F Barnes' Myofascial Release Approach?
The John F Barnes’ Myofascial Release Approach® consists of the gentle application of sustained pressure into the fascial restrictions. This essential “time element” has to do with the viscous flow and the piezoelectric phenomenon that allows the fascia to elongate.
For more information, please review the following:
- MFR Treatment Centre and Seminars - https://www.myofascialrelease.com/treatment/
- YouTube – John Barnes – What is myofascial release? - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9iXYswldHCM