Introduction to Myofascial Release Therapy
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Myofascial release therapy is a type of massage that helps relieve tension and tightness in the myofascial tissues. To understand this better, let’s first explain what myofascial tissue is and what it does.
Myofascial tissue is a flexible connective tissue that surrounds and supports muscles, bones, and organs throughout the body. It helps maintain the body’s structure and allows muscles to move smoothly. If you’ve ever cooked meat, you might have noticed a tough, white tissue around different parts of the meat – that’s fascia.
Several factors like physical injury, poor posture, repetitive movements, or muscle strain can cause the fascia to tighten or form adhesions. This can lead to pain, discomfort, and reduced range of motion.
When we talk about “myofascial release,” it sounds complicated, but it’s just a hands-on massage technique that targets and stretches tight fascia. The goal is the same as other forms of therapeutic massage – to relieve pain, restore balance, and improve physical function.
The methods used in myofascial release massage differ from typical deep tissue massage. Usually, the therapist applies slow, steady pressure that can stay in one spot for a long time, especially when stretching the fascia. Unlike deep tissue massage, no oil is typically used in myofascial release, which may create a pulling sensation on the skin. The therapist uses their palms, fingers, and knuckles, along with special tools to perform techniques called ‘shearing,’ ‘stripping,’ and ‘rolling.’ While these might sound uncomfortable, they are actually gentle. In contrast, deep tissue massage often feels like the therapist is pressing deeply into the muscle.
Myofascial release therapy can help with the same conditions as regular massage, such as back pain, neck pain, headaches, poor posture, and sports injuries. By releasing tight fascia, it can improve posture, body alignment, and overall movement, reducing stress on muscles and joints.
There are a few things to keep in mind. First, it’s important to have a skilled therapist perform the therapy. Too much pressure or improper technique can cause bruising or discomfort. Also, myofascial release might require several sessions to see lasting results, so patience and commitment to the process are important.
At our massage center in Macalester-Groveland, Minneapolis, we don’t offer myofascial release therapy specifically, but some of the techniques we use are similar, and Thai massage can help relieve many of the same symptoms. Thanks for reading!
