Getting a massage can be a way to treat yourself, de-stress, or address a medical issue. But it may not be the answer to your problems.
If you say you have back pain, you need to speak to a Physiotherapist, a chiropractor or a Sports Physio near you.
A Myofascial release is a type of physical therapy often used to treat pain disorders that are caused by sensitivity and tightness in your myofascial tissues.
These tissues surround and support the muscles throughout your body. The pain usually originates from specific points within your myofascial tissues called “trigger points.”
Myofascial release focuses on reducing pain by easing the tension and tightness in the trigger points. It’s not always easy to understand what trigger point is responsible for the pain. Localising pain to a specific trigger point is very difficult. For that reason, myofascial release is often used over a broad area of muscle and tissue rather than at a single
Myofascial releases are heavily used in modern physiotherapy clinics and chiropractors
Myofascia is the tough, fibrous connective tissue glue that holds us together. It spider webs throughout our body, forming organ cavities, membranes, coverings for our bones, muscle and circulatory system.
It makes up ligament, tendon and scar tissue. Myofascia is made up of elastin, collagen, and a liquid component called ground substance.
Myofascia weaves its way throughout the body in a pattern that is unique to each individual. Unlike the muscles of the body that have a predictable origin and insertion, the route that myofascia takes is determined by each individual’s stress on the body, beginning at birth.
This fascial pattern is constantly changing. Physical stress in the form of illness, trauma, and postural changes cause a tightening down of the fascial system. Mental stress has been shown to trigger tightening as well. Over time, this can result in abnormal pressure on the nerves, muscles, bones or organs.
We are literally being squeezed from the inside, and numerous symptoms begin to emerge. We may experience pain, loss of motion, decreased energy, difficulty concentrating, and inability to relax and sleep. The myofascia becomes very hard and sticky. It doesn’t allow proper distribution of fluid throughout the body.
Instead of being soft and pliable at rest, the soft tissue system begins to carry an abnormal amount of tension all the time. The muscles feel hard and firm, even when we are trying to relax. The body perceives a constant level of stress that it cannot let go.
So the question becomes, why don’t we take care of our fascial system? We take care of our skin, muscles, organs and bones. But the fascial system which connects them all is overlooked in healthcare. Myofascial release is a manual technique that restores balance to the fascial system. Once that balance is achieved, the body responds with increased motion, energy, better concentration and relaxation. For many clients, myofascial release is the missing piece in their healthcare and wellness.
This is the number one question people have for us as they grapple with what to expect. The short answer is no. It’s not like a conventional massage for a number of reasons. Here are the major differences:
And there you have it! These are the major differences. Should you still get that awesome deep tissue massage? Absolutely! Anything that feels good is always a yes. We just don’t want you to anticipate that you’ll be getting it here.
Patients with myofascial pain syndrome frequently benefit from this type of therapy. People who experience chronic headaches may also find relief from myofascial release. Gently releasing tightened muscles in and around the neck and head may reduce headaches.
Some people with venous insufficiency, which occurs when blood pools in the deep veins of the leg, may also be candidates for myofascial release. During venous insufficiency, the blood pool stretches and eventually damages the veins in your legs. You may experience an aching and painful sensation in the affected leg. Myofascial release might be used in conjunction with other treatments to reduce the pooling and pain caused by venous insufficiency.
Remember that fascia threads its way throughout the muscle. If muscles are constantly contracted, they are pulling the fascia tighter. Relaxing tension in the muscle, helps to maintain freedom within the fascial system.
If you can listen and observe, you can untangle yourself.
Myofascial pain doesn’t go away by DOING more. It goes away when you start UNDOING.
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