The John F. Barnes' Myofascial Release Approach®
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Myofascial Release (MFR), unlike traditional massage and other manual therapies, strictly targets the fascial system - the 3D web of connective tissue that encapsulates, permeates, and penetrates everything in the body down to the cellular level. When we experience injuries and trauma, the fascia and ground substance can constrict and lose its gel-like quality, essentially solidifying, which results in pain and restrictions not only in the fascia but in the surrounding tissue and muscles as well. These restrictions can also pinch nerves, arteries, and blood vessels, causing a multitude of other problems.
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What to Expect
MFR is a gentle technique performed skin-on-skin with no emollient of any kind. The therapist patiently waits for the client’s tissues to release while performing sustained holds with gentle pressure. The client’s restricted tissues then melt from a more solid, glue- or cement-like state to a more natural gel-like consistency. For areas that are severely restricted, deeper techniques may be utilized. MFR has shown great success in treating:
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As tension is released from the body, it is possible that you may experience sensations in seemingly random locations that are unrelated to the area being worked on. This is completely natural and is your body’s way of telling us what areas need to be examined and treated next. Vasomotor sensations may include, but are not limited to, tingling, tension, twitching, soreness, flushing of the skin, and warming. You may feel sore for the next 1-3 days, which also perfectly natural.
Because of the nature of MFR, it is recommended that men wear gym shorts for treatment, and women wear a sports bra and loose fitting gym shorts or a two-piece bathing suit. You are also welcome to wear a regular bra and underwear, if you are comfortable doing so. Please do not apply any lotion or moisturizer before your appointment.
Be sure to read over the FAQs and Policies when booking an appointment.
Because of the nature of MFR, it is recommended that men wear gym shorts for treatment, and women wear a sports bra and loose fitting gym shorts or a two-piece bathing suit. You are also welcome to wear a regular bra and underwear, if you are comfortable doing so. Please do not apply any lotion or moisturizer before your appointment.
Be sure to read over the FAQs and Policies when booking an appointment.
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Myofascial ReleaseThe John F. Barnes' Myofascial Release Approach® targets the fascial webbing of the body to release holding patterns from old injuries and traumas. Your first appointment will include an initial assessment interview, discussion of your health goals, and postural analysis, as well as treatment. In successive treatments, we will follow the wisdom of your body as it tells us what areas need to be worked on for restrictions, injuries, and trauma to be released.
New Client Session: 90min Follow-up Sessions: 30min • 60min • 90min |
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Dual-Therapist Myofascial Release
In a dual-therapist session, you get the benefit of having two John F. Barnes Expert level therapists treating you at once! Our therapists work together to access and treat your fascial restrictions, leading to greater releases and results in shorter time.
60min • 90min
60min • 90min
Myofascial Release Packages
Take advantage of significant savings by pre-purchasing multiple Myofascial Release sessions: save 10% when purchasing multiple sessions at once. Packaged sessions are available in 60min and 90min increments.