Myofascial Release Technique is a manual (hands-on) therapy that uses light, sustained pressure to treat skeletal muscle immobility and decrease pain. Myofascial release reduces pain by relaxing spastic (tight) muscles and improving blood, oxygen, and lymphatic circulation. The movements of myofascial release treatments can be compared to the gentle stretching that gradually softens and lengthens a piece of taffy. In the same way, myofascial release helps to elongate soft tissue, helping it return to its normal state, ultimately relieving pressure.

Myofascial Release Technique is a hands-on pain management therapy. Depending on your treatment needs, we will massage, knead and gently stretch the muscles and may apply pressure to targeted areas to promote muscle relaxation. We can apply pressure using our hands, elbows, or massage tools like a foam roller. The process is repeated multiple times to the same targeted areas until we can feel that the muscle tension has relaxed.

Myofascial Release Therapy can help alleviate pain and inflammation associated with several types of injuries and illnesses. We are trained and certified in safe and effective myofascial release therapy and can discuss your specific needs to see if myofascial release therapy could help you. Contact your Longwood, Florida, chiropractor at 407-417-2533 to set up your appointment.