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Myofascial Release (MFR)

   

A Gentle Approach to Myofascial Release (MFR)

Myofascial release, as taught by John F. Barnes (JFB MFR) is a new state-of-the-art therapeutic approach for the relief of pain, headaches and the restoration of motion. Fascia is a very densely woven covering which surrounds and infuses every organ, duct, nerve, blood vessel, muscle and bone of the pelvic cavity and spinal cord. It is actually one structure that exists from head to foot without interruption. Unlike what you might know as "deep tissue massage" that has been around for years, JFB MFR is a very effective hands-on technique that provides gentle sustained pressure into myofascial restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion.

 

Is MFR Right for You?

Our typical patient has not responded to traditional therapy, medical or surgical intervention. Take the following test to see how you compare to our typical patient.

Have you been told you have to "live with the pain" or that "the pain is in your head?"

Do you suffer from any of the following?

  • Fibromyalgia
  • Arthritis
  • Chronic Pain
  • Vertigo
  • Migraines
  • Sports Injuries
  • Sciatica
  • Myofascial Pain Syndrome
  • Carpal Tunnel
  • Painful Scar Tissue
   

Do you have limited tolerance of basic day-to-day activities such as sitting, standing or walking?
Have you had pain for a duration greater than 6 months?
Have you tried traditional therapy with little or no relief? Or have you felt worse?
If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, then consider yourself someone, like thousands of others who can benefit from MFR. You fall into the category of our "typical" patient.

 

Tip to Enhance Your Treatment Sessions

  • Listen to your body, before during and after treatment. Identify any areas of redness, tenderness, tightness, or tingling on the body.
  • Express emotions experienced during or after your treatment session. The fascial system holds emotions in the body in the form of pain that may be preventing you from getting better. Often, with the release of emotions, the pain will decrease and you will feel better.
  • Use images or memories. Share them with your therapist to help locate the source of your pain.
  • Communicate with your therapist. Even things that may seem non-related. The therapist cannot help you if you do not talk honestly with them.
  • Remain focused. You may experience setbacks. This sometimes part of the healing process. Keep focusing on your goals and the progress you have already made to help you through each treatment session. You are on your way!
  • Set goals. Visualize the attainment of your goal. Establish a time-frame for this to occur.
 
  		    
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