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What is Myofascial Release?

• Myofascial Release is a very effective hands-on technique that provides sustained pressure into myofascial restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion.
• Whole body approach to evaluation and treatment.
• Evaluation through visual analysis, palpation of tissue texture and integrity
• Observation of symmetry and balance in the human frame in a three dimensional fashion
• Increases flexibility and ROM
• Increased postural functionality and stability
• Enhances the circulatory environment, fluid and lymphatic flow
• MFR requires on-going re-evaluation
• The theory of Myofascial Release requires an understanding of the fascial system (or connective tissue). The fascia is a specialized system of the body that has an appearance similar to a spider's web or a sweater.
• Fascia is very densely woven, covering and interpenetrating every muscle, bone, nerve, artery and vein as well as all of our internal organs including the heart, lungs, brain and spinal cord.
• The most interesting aspect of the fascial system is that it is not just a system of separate coverings. It is actually one structure that exists from head to foot without interruption. In this way you can begin to see that each part of the entire body is connected to every other part by the fascia, like the yarn in a sweater.

Myofascial Release is uniquely superior treatment for: