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SERVICES AND TECHNIQUES

Myofascial Release (MFR) – is a manual therapy that uses sustained pressure to release tension and pain in the body's soft tissue structures, including fascia, muscles, tendons, nerves; plus organs when working with the fascia of the viscera. It is used to relieve pain and stiffness, improve range of motion, and restore flexibility and strength.

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NeuroKinetic Therapy (NKT) – is an assessment technique that uses manual muscle testing to identify muscle imbalances and movement compensations that can lead to pain and injury. Combined with manual therapy and movement re-education, NKT can improve muscle function, coordination, and posture, as well as reduce pain and risk of injury.

 

Together, MFR and NKT can help you achieve optimal muscle function, and movement efficiency. Whether you're looking to relieve pain and improve your overall health, or looking to improve your athletic performance, MFR plus NKT can help you reach your goals.

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Other therapies that may be included in your integrated treatment:

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Visceral Manipulation – Developed by French osteopath Jean-Pierre Barral, it is a gentle manual therapy that focuses on the fascial and neural connections of the internal organs, including the lungs, heart, liver, spleen, stomach, intestines, bladder, uterus, and more. Internal organs – just like the muscles and bones – have a physical and functional relationship with the rest of the body and can be affected by physical, emotional, and chemical stressors. Visceral Manipulation aims to address these imbalances and restrictions within the organs to improve their function and enhance the overall health of the person. The techniques enhance the body's natural healing mechanisms, reduce pain and discomfort, and improve overall function and well-being. Visceral Manipulation is often used to treat a large variety of conditions, including:

 

  • Abdominal pain

  • Digestive disorders

  • Chronic constipation

  • Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

  • Urinary incontinence

  • Herniated discs

  • Sciatica

  • Neck, Back and Pelvic pain

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Myofascial Cupping – uses silicone cups to apply suction to the skin and underlying soft tissues. The suction, or "negative pressure", created by the cups is believed to help improve blood and fluid flow, help change adhesions and scar tissue, and relieve pain and discomfort by decompressing tissues. Often the practitioner will combine movements and stretching with the cups, to help facilitate neuromuscular connections. 

 

Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization (IASTM) (Rockblades, Graston, etc) – involves specialized tools to "scrape," or apply dynamic pressure to soft tissue structures, such as muscles, tendons, and fascia. IASTM can help improve the function and health of these soft tissues, reduce pain and discomfort, and stimulate the healing process. While often considered a type of myofascial massage, IASTM is not the same as hands-on Myofascial Release. The two work great together.

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Compression Band Therapy – uses a strip of elastic material (RockFloss, Voodoo Floss, etc), such as a specialized compression band or rubber tubing, to improve mobility, reduce swelling, and alleviate pain in the muscles, tendons, and fascia. The floss band is applied to the affected area and is used to compress and mobilize the soft tissues, while the client moves, to facilitate myofascial shearing. Compression Band therapy can help soften adhesions and scar tissue, improve circulation, and enhance the proprioceptive function of the affected area. Compression Band therapy is used to treat a variety of conditions, including:

 

  • Musculoskeletal pain

  • Sports & acute injuries: sprains and strains

  • Mobility and flexibility: reduce stiffness and enhance performance

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