Myofascial Release - Manual and Instrumental Techniques
Myofascial release therapy is a technique used to treat myofascial pain. “Myo” means muscle. “Fascial” refers to the connective tissue that covers and supports the muscles throughout your entire body.
Conditions Myofascial release can benefit includes:
- Muscle injury
- Muscle spasm
- Contractures
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Arthritis
- Whiplash
- Fibromyalgia
- Post-polio syndrome
- Dizziness or vertigo
- Migraines and headaches
Myofascial tissue will often become tight in the following areas:
- Arms
- Calves
- Feet
- Head
- Hips
- Jaws
- Lower back
- Neck
- Quads
- Shoulders