What Myofascial Release Can Do For You
Myofascial release is a hands-on form of therapy that releases restrictions in the body’s fascial system. Fascia comprises a system of connective tissue that surrounds every muscle, bone, nerve, blood vessel and organ of the body-all the way down to the cellular level. Any kind of restriction on the fascial tissue-trauma, asymmetric posture or inflammation-can create a binding of the fascia, resulting in pressure on the nerves, muscles, bones or organs.
The most interesting aspect of the fascial system is that it is not just a system of separate coverings. It is actually one structure that exists from head to foot without interruption. In this way you can begin to see that each part of the entire body is connected to every other part by the fascia, like the yarn in a sweater.
Myofascial release involves gentle, sustained pressure to the restricted connective tissue. Used to eliminate pain and restore mobility, myofascial therapy also includes education in proper body mechanics and movement and enhancement of posture, flexibility and strength. The focus of this therapy is on the cause of the injury or trauma, not the symptoms.
This is the reason that myofascial release works so well in conjunction with Pilates. The myofascial sessions can help you to improve your body awareness and allow you to feel more into your body. The improved flexibility will allow you to perform at a new level in the Pilates sessions.
You can experience Myofascial release for yourself at Park Meadows Pilates and Physical Therapy. Lorie Legatski, OTR, is a Myofascial release practitioner and has been specializing in this work for 8 years. She has been an Occupational Therapist for 20 years. Lorie is available 4 days a week for Myofascial release sessions. Please call the front desk for appointments.
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