What Is Fascia?
Fascia is a type of connective tissue that surrounds and supports the muscles and other structures throughout your body. I often describe it as a continuous network rather than lots of completely separate pieces. Your muscles, joints and connective tissues all need to work together when you move. When an area feels tight, sensitive or […]
What Is Fascia Release?
Fascia release, sometimes called myofascial release, is a hands-on treatment technique used to work with areas of tight or restricted soft tissue. Depending on what I find during your assessment, I may use gentle, sustained pressure or specific manual techniques over an area that isn’t moving as comfortably as it should. The treatment is always […]
Why Does My Fascia Feel Tight?
This is an interesting question because what you experience as “tight fascia” may involve a combination of muscles, connective tissue and the way your body is moving. Previous injuries, repetitive activity, long periods in one position and changes in training may all contribute to feelings of stiffness or restriction. Sometimes the area that feels tight […]
Does Fascia Release Hurt?
It shouldn’t feel like a test of bravery. Some areas may feel tender or sensitive when pressure is applied, particularly if they’ve been uncomfortable for a while. You may experience a deep stretching or pressure sensation during treatment. But more pain doesn’t automatically mean better treatment. I’ll always work within a level that’s appropriate for […]
What Can Fascia Release Help With?
I may consider fascia or myofascial release techniques when soft tissue tightness or restricted movement appears to be contributing to a musculoskeletal problem. This may include certain areas of muscle tension, stiffness or movement restriction. However, I don’t assume that every ache is a “fascia problem”. Your assessment comes first. If a manual soft tissue […]
Can Fascia Release Help with Sports Injuries?
It may form part of a broader sports injury treatment and rehabilitation plan. Training places repeated demands on the body, and athletes often develop areas that feel tight or restricted after changes in training load, repetitive movement or injury. Where appropriate, I may use myofascial techniques alongside chiropractic care, rehabilitation exercises and movement advice. My […]
Why Can the Painful Area Be Different from the Area You Treat?
This sometimes confuses patients. You may come in pointing to one very specific painful spot and then wonder why I’m assessing the joints and muscles around it. The body doesn’t move as a collection of isolated parts. The way one area moves can influence the demands placed on another. Pain can also sometimes be felt […]
Will I Feel Sore After Fascia Release?
Some people experience mild tenderness or soreness after hands-on soft tissue treatment. The area may feel as though it has been worked, particularly if it was sensitive before treatment. Everyone responds differently, so I’ll explain what you can reasonably expect and whether you need to adjust your exercise or activities afterwards. If you experience symptoms […]
Can I Do Fascia Release at Home with a Foam Roller?
Foam rolling is often described as a form of self-myofascial release and may help some people with temporary muscle tightness, soreness or range of motion. Used sensibly, it can be a useful part of your mobility or recovery routine. The important word is sensibly. You don’t need to attack every sore area with the hardest […]
Is Fascia Release a Permanent Fix?
No single treatment technique is a permanent fix for every musculoskeletal problem. Fascia release may help improve comfort or movement for some patients, but I still want to understand why the problem developed. Your training habits, strength, mobility, work environment, previous injuries and everyday movement may all play a role. That’s why I often combine […]