Myofascial Release the John Barnes Approach
The John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Technique
My mentor and teacher, John F. Barnes, PT, is an International lecturer an authority on MFR and a therapeutic "icon". He is considered to be a teacher of the highest caliber. He has been teaching MFR seminars for over 50 years and has trained over 100,000 therapists. MFR is considered to be the ultimate mind/body therapy that is safe, gentle and consistently effective in producing results that last.
What is Fascia?
Fascia is connective tissue that runs head to toes without interruption. Fascia surrounds nerves and blood vessels, spinal cord all the way down to the cellular level. X-Rays, CAT scans, ultrasound and MRIs do not show myofascial restrictions in the tissues. When the fascia is compressed it can cause over 1000 pounds of crushing pressure per square inch pressing on sensitive structures like nerves, blood vessels and organs. Myofascial Release is a gentle moderate, sustained hold into the tissues for a timed release. It's like taking the cover off a pressure cooker to relieve pain and symptoms for long lasting relief.
Why do I need MFR and what should I expect in a session?
MFR is for you if:
- You are tired of not feeling good.
- You're ready to heal.
- You want to participate in your sessions.
- You want to do self-care.
- You're ready to set realistic goals and time frames to heal.
- You want to get off medications.
- You want joy in your life again.
A myofascial therapist will scan the whole body for restrictions and assess for postural dysfunction and balance the pelvis if necessary.. After examination of skin and tissue integrity the skilled hands of the therapist will apply light to moderate timed pressure into the fascia and wait for a release. "This is not a massage" The therapist will repeat this timed pressure into various areas of fascia until each restriction has released enabling muscles to stretch and elongate promoting a lasting effect.
Finding the root cause of pain
- Neck pain
- Back pain
- Hip dysfunction
- Pelvic floor
- Sacral joint pain
- TMJ
- Headaches
- Sinus infections
- Scoliosis
- Head trauma
- Fibromyalgia
- Carpel tunnel
- Sport injuries
- Restricted motion
- Scar tissue
Myofascial Release
Myofascial Release Services
If you are living with chronic pain, we recommend having treatments close together.
Get to the Root Cause of Pain.
Are you ready to take charge of your own pain and release what isn't serving you anymore? Myofascial Release address's restrictions in the body caused my physical and emotional trauma. First, we balance the pelvis, then treat restrictions all over the body. You will learn how to self-treat in-between your visits. Throughout your time together, your therapist will support you as you heal. Together, we will design a treatment plan unique to you working along side you every step of the way.
Myofascial Release Packages
We offer discounts on your sessions when you receive regular treatments with a 5 or 10 pk session. Your therapist will guide and support you through your healing process as you will be an active participant throughout this journey. Regular MFR treatments help expedite healing chronic pain and change habitual dysfunctional tissue patterns. Your therapist is here to support you. Where healthcare has failed, myofascial release offers hope. Remember healing is never a one time event.
Phone or Video Chat
If you are new to myofascial release then you have come to the right place. I would love to meet you on the phone or video chat and answer your questions and concerns about how myofascial treatment can help you resolve your pain. Shoot me a text, email me a convenient time to call you. Or for convenience book a time online. Look forward to speaking with you.
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The gift of a pain-free life!
Restricted fascia can cause up to 2000lbs of pressure per square inch squeezing nerves, blood vessels, arteries and organs. Chronic pain needs consistent treatment to resolve habitual subconscious patterns.