Fascia is a specialized, densely woven tissue that surrounds and compartmentalizes tissues and organs of the body.1 It is one continuous structure that exists from head to toe without interruption.1 Each part of the body is connected through the fascial system.1 In a normal, healthy state, it has the ability to stretch or move without restriction.1 When one experiences emotional or physical trauma or injury, the fascia tightens and can become adhered to certain areas of the body, placing sustained pressure on pain sensitive structures.1 These restrictions are generally not picked up on x-rays, CAT scans, myelograms, etc.1 This can lead to pain, restrictions in range of motion, reduced stability, and reduced ability to withstand stress and perform daily activities.1
Myofascial Release Therapy is gentle, sustained pressure placed on body structures to release those restrictions.1 It is safe, gentle, and consistently effective in treating pain.1 Each treatment is individualized and focuses on the areas of the body that Christin and her client identify as being problematic. Treatments are completed without oils or lotions in order to accurately detect restrictions and work through them. In order to accurately identify restrictions, the therapist follows vasomotor responses, which can be seen and felt on bare skin; therefore, men are generally treated in a pair of shorts and women in shorts and a sports bra.1 Christin is open to discussing comfort levels with each individual and will tailor the session to his/her needs. Christin also strongly encourages self-treatment and yoga to maintain progress.
1 Barnes JF. The John F Barnes Approach: Myofascial Release. www.myofascialrelease.com. Retrieved June 15, 2016.
Myofascial Release Therapy is gentle, sustained pressure placed on body structures to release those restrictions.1 It is safe, gentle, and consistently effective in treating pain.1 Each treatment is individualized and focuses on the areas of the body that Christin and her client identify as being problematic. Treatments are completed without oils or lotions in order to accurately detect restrictions and work through them. In order to accurately identify restrictions, the therapist follows vasomotor responses, which can be seen and felt on bare skin; therefore, men are generally treated in a pair of shorts and women in shorts and a sports bra.1 Christin is open to discussing comfort levels with each individual and will tailor the session to his/her needs. Christin also strongly encourages self-treatment and yoga to maintain progress.
1 Barnes JF. The John F Barnes Approach: Myofascial Release. www.myofascialrelease.com. Retrieved June 15, 2016.