What is John Barnes Myofascial Release?
John Barnes Myofascial release is a safe and very effective hands-on technique that involves applying sustained pressure on targeted areas of connective tissue (fascia) that surround your muscle, bone, nerve, artery and vein, as well as, all of our internal organs including the heart, lungs, brain and spinal cord. It is a gentle ,full body and holistic technique where sustained pressure is applied directly on dry skin .This pressure is meant to release the restriction in the connective tissue to eliminate pain and restore motion.
Myofascial restrictions can result from trauma, sedentary lifestyle, inflammatory responses, poor posture, and/or surgical procedures. Restrictions produce tensile pressures of approximately 2,000 pounds per square inch on pain-sensitive structures in the body that do not show up in many of the standard medical tests (x-rays, myelograms, CAT scans, electromyography, etc.)
John F Barnes MFR is great for getting these restrictions out of your body. It is incredibly relieving to get out of a straight -jacket!
Your body gets choices of movement back which causes less “wear and tear” on joints etc. I compare this to a hoarder’s house :the more stuff (restriction) is in the house, the fewer ways you can move through the house and the more the carpet wears out in the place you can still walk on. Barnes MFR is like clearing out that house. The more is in there, the longer it takes. Barnes MFR is always about letting go, just like that stuff in the house some of it you can’t wait to let go of, but some of it is very hard to let go of.
The use of John Barnes Myofascial Release allows us to look at each patient as a unique individual. Our one-on-one therapy sessions are hands-on treatments during which our therapists use a multitude of John Barnes Myofascial Release techniques and movement therapy. We promote independence through education in proper body mechanics and movement, self treatment instruction, enhancement of strength, improved flexibility, and postural and movement awareness.
If you’ve been feeling stiff, and you think you could benefit from myofascial release, give our office at Revive Physical Therapy a call today. We would be happy to set up a consultation and discuss how our treatment services could benefit you!
More on MFR from John F Barnes.
https://www.myofascialrelease.com/resources/- Recommended readings, articles, and scientific research published about fascia and the John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach
What is Fascia?
Fascia is one continuous structure throughout our bodies, three-dimensional without interruption. It goes from the superficial fascia which is directly under the skin to the anatomical coverings of all the structures in the body all the way down to the cellular level. Everything is connected to everything else through this structure. A restriction of mobility in one area will cause problems in other areas. John Barnes frequently states during his courses: “Find the pain, look elsewhere for the cause “.
Few examples of the conditions John Barnes Myofascial Release can help with:
- Low Back Pain
- Post-op tendon and joint repairs
- Rotator Cuff Sprains/ Strains
- Knee Pain
- Hip Impingement
- Meniscus Tears
- Headaches
- Achilles Tendonitis
- Osteoarthritis &
- Many such conditions
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What’s The Next Step?
If you are experiencing one of the above conditions, or you think you could benefit from myofascial release due to an alternative condition you are experiencing, give our office a call today. Scheduling an appointment is the first step to figuring out whether or not myofascial release is right for you. At Revive Physical Therapy, our physical therapists will provide you with a thorough evaluation to determine what the best treatment plan will be for you. We understand how inhibiting pain and stiffness can be, and we want to help get you back to comfortably living your life. We’ll help lift all of your physical stresses away!
Your Next Steps…
Request An Appointment
Receive A Custom Treatment Plan
Work Hard and Progress In Your Recovery
Recover & Enjoy Life Pain-Free!