Myofascial release vs. massage [Chiropractor explains fascia]

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Myo- means muscle and fascia is the sticky web of connective tissues that weaves throughout muscles, binding them tightly together. Essentially, fascia gives the muscles the structure and support to move and stabilize us.

When you hear these two words together; myofascial, it’s used to describe the unity and interconnectedness of these two systems.

Myofascial release
The therapist uses manual techniques (hands/instruments) with the specific intention of manipulating or changing muscles and fascia. Either to reduce pain or to improve the function or movement of the body.

Function
release fascial restrictions
rejuvenation- Transverse friction massage increases healthy collagen.

Pain relief:
Improved circulation. Trigger points are taught bands of muscle that respond to the deep pressures provided by myofascial release.

Nervous system reflexes:
Position sensor receptors (proprioceptors) are in muscles and especially fascia. They tell the body where we are in space. Mechanical force/pressure stimulates those receptors providing a pain relieving effect and may enhance body positioning and coordination.

What is the difference between myofascial release and a massage?
Myofascial release is a type of massage. However, there are other forms of massage that are not myofascial release. For example a lymphatic massage. So myofascial release is a more general term, whereas myofascial release is specific with the intention of influencing muscles or fascia.
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As I am shifting my bodywork practice to use MFR as my main tool, this is a great video to show my clients to help them understand and hopefully warm to this approach to bodywork that can offer more lasting improvements over more physically demanding massage styles. Thanks for posting this helpful and informative video.

nataliescialo
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Awesome explanation and breakdown of myofascial release. It's definitely an amazing modality to have in the toolbelt. Keep them coming. Thank you!

ghettobohemian
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The arm one was amazing for my stiff back thank you so much ❤

nukawolf
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For those who don't have someone helping you, theracane can help you reach that area.

DvLnDsGyZ
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How does myofascial release work with anxiety? Is it effective?

rio
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A little bit nicer towards Licensed Massage Therapists. However, massage therapy is so much more than what you have described.

louvinachaudoin
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Pretty professional.
Have you some nice rooms there..too where are you placed? Cant see yo face on facebook now could i?

lvcv...
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Great tips and advice. Never attempt this conversation with an orthopedic doctor, definitely never use the term "congested fascia", they will not know how to intelligently discuss the subject.

bobbellendovich