FAQ:
When will I get better?
This is a common but tough question. Everyone's background, habits, and goals are different. Your issue didn't develop quickly, so healing will take time. Many people notice some improvement after the first session and a significant reduction in pain after about 5-6 sessions.
I'm seeing a chiropractor or physical therapist for my condition. Will myofascial release treatments help or slow my progress?
MFR improves the care you get from your chiropractor or physical therapist. While physical therapy focuses on the area of pain and chiropractors mainly work with bones, MFR treats your whole body. It addresses the restricted layers that can perpetuate the pain in the tissues your other healthcare providers are treating.
How will I feel after MFR?
Following your session, you will typically feel very relaxed and at ease, and you may experience an increase in energy levels, heightened awareness of your surroundings, and greater productivity that can last for several days. There can at times be some soreness experienced for a few days as we begin to unwind long-standing patterns of pain, tightness and dysfunction. It can feel like a post-exercise soreness. This is totally normal, and is non-injurious. It is simply part of the journey as our “Fascial-Voice” begins to reveal the areas we need to treat next.
I feel great and perform at my peak. How can MFR benefit me?
This is my favorite question because there is always room for improvement. MFR allows you to do what you already do well but more efficiently and with less effort. Runners and cyclists can go further, tennis players and golfers find their swings smoother, and basketball players jump higher. It is excellent for prevention “Pre-Hab” as well as when an issue already exists.
What sets MFR apart from a traditional massage?
The results of Myofascial Release (MFR) therapy last longer, especially with regular treatment. An MFR therapist uses skilled hands to treat tight fascia with controlled stretches and gentle pressure. After about 90 to 120 seconds of treatment, important cellular changes start happening in the tissues. During MFR, the pressure and stretch are usually held for at least five minutes to be more effective. This time allows for deeper changes in the fascia and a release of natural anti-inflammatories called interleukins. As a result, the tissue relaxes and stretches, allowing the fascia to return to a healthier, hydrated state. The benefits include significant pain relief, better flexibility, and most importantly, a new awareness and reclaiming of movements that had been “forgotten” due to the protective mechanisms created by trauma or injury .