Myofascial Release
What is Fascia?
Fascia is connective tissue which spreads throughout the body in a three-dimensional web from head to foot without interruption. Trauma, posture or inflammation can create a binding down of fascia resulting in excessive pressure on nerves, muscle, blood vessels, osseous structures and organs. Since many of the standard tests such as x-rays, CAT scans, electromyography, etc., do not show the fascial restriction, it is thought that an extremely high percentage of people suffering with pain and lack of motion may be having fascial problems, but most go undiagnosed.
What is the John F. Barnes Mysofascial release approach?
The John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach consists of the gentle application of sustained pressure into the fascial restrictions. This essential “time element’ has to do with the viscous flow and the piezoelectric phenomenon: a low load (gentle pressure) applied slowly will allow a viscoelastic medium (fascia) to elongate. This approach is considered to be the ultimate mind/body therapy that is safe, gentle and consistently effective in producing results that last. John Barnes, PT is an international lecturer, author and authority on Myofascial Release. He is considered to be a visionary and teacher of the highest caliber.
