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Myofascial Release Schools, Institutes & Training Classes |
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Short Definition
Myofascial Release is a therapeutic treatment utilizing a gentle form of stretching, producing a healing effect upon the body tissues, eliminating pain and restoring motion. Fascia is a connective tissue which surrounds every muscle, bone, nerve, blood vessel, and organ of the body, down to the cellular level.
Expanded Information
Myofascial Therapy is a therapeutic modality used for the relief of pain and dysfunction originating in the muscles and connective tissue; "myo" means muscle and "fascial" refers to connective tisssue.
The goal of Myofascial Therapy is recovery from or a significant reduction in pain and postural dysfunction. This is achieved through systematic and comprehensive use of a variety of soft tissue manipulation techniques. Myofascial Therapy draws from the techniques of a variety of health and wellness disciplines.
Most patients see excellent results-- restored mobility, function, and reduced pain. Patients with acute injuries due to accidents, sports or repetitive motion see dramatic results and a quick return to their normal activities. Patients are referred from health care professionals across many disciplines: Chiropractors, Physical Therapists, Physiatrists, Orthopedic Surgeons, Psychiatrists, Rheumatologists, and others.
California
Mill Valley, Diamond Light School of Massage and Healing, 415-454-6651 -- Massage, Energy Healing, Acupressure, CranioSacral, Reiki, Thai Massage, Myofascial and Deep Tissue
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Pompano Beach, FL-- American Institute of Massage Therapy |
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Ann Arbor, MI, The School of Orthopedic Massage & BodyWork, (734) 222-3300 - Massage, Myofascial
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