Fascia is a specialized system of the body that has an appearance similar to a spider’s web or a sweater. Fascia is very densely woven, covering and interpenetrating every muscle, bone, nerve, artery and vein, as well as, all of our internal organs including the heart, lungs, brain and spinal cord. The most interesting aspect of the fascial system is that it is not just a system of separate coverings. It is actually one continuous structure that exists from head to toe 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.

Trauma, inflammatory responses, and/or surgical procedures create Myofascial restrictions that can produce tensile pressures of approximately 2,000 pounds per square inch on pain sensitive structures that do not show up in many of the standard tests (x-rays, myelograms, CAT scans, electromyography, etc.) A high percentage of people suffering with pain and/or lack of motion may be having fascial problems, but are not diagnosed.

Fascia: A Liquid Crystalline Matrix

My experience has shown that much of what you and I were taught has been known to be obsolete for close to seventy years! Despite the fact that the information has been known to be outdated, it is still being taught in most medical, dental, and therapeutic schools, leading to the frustration of temporary results and a health care system on the verge of bankruptcy and collapse.

It is time to change and update our paradigm, which is a shared set of assumptions, a model of reality. Our society’s model of reality is logical, but a terribly flawed and incomplete paradigm.

I hope to share with you the principles that I have developed from my own personal experience with pain and gleaned from patients from around the world over decades. We will explore an exciting new paradigm of the Myofascial system that is emerging and the important concepts of piezoelectricity, fiber optics, mechanotransduction, fluid dynamics, quantum physics, fractal geometry, complexity and chaos theory, and cellular consciousness.

Fascia plays an important role in the support and function of our bodies, since it surrounds and attaches to all structures. In the normal healthy state, the fascia is relaxed and wavy in configuration. It has the ability to stretch and move without restriction. When one experiences physical trauma, emotional trauma, scarring, or inflammation, however, the fascia loses its pliability. It becomes tight, restricted, and a source of tension to the rest of the body. Trauma, such as a fall, car accident, whiplash, surgery or just habitual poor posture and repetitive stress injuries has cumulative effects on the body. The changes trauma causes in the fascial system influences comfort and function of our body. Fascial restrictions can exert excessive pressure causing all kinds of symptoms producing pain, headaches or restriction of motion. Fascial restrictions affect our flexibility and stability, and are a determining factor in our ability to withstand stress and perform daily activities.

Source – https://myofascialrelease.com/about/fascia-definition.aspx

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Melt Method is a hands off self-care fascia concept developed by Sue Hitzmann.  It focuses on teaching the individual how to assess their body sense and improve body awareness.  A Melt Method instructor has been trained to put together Melt maps that are individualized programs based on your body’s needs.  This is a preventative approach to caring for your body using a foam roller and balls to accomplish fascia release and isolate core activation. 

We don’t take insurance, but do accept HSA/FSA cards.

You don’t need a prescription, but if you provide one stating you need massage therapy or myofascial release then you will not pay tax on your services.

Myofascial release can be performed by either profession along with many other healthcare professionals.  Our services are massage therapy services with the benefit of physical therapy knowledge and expertise.

Yes, myofascial release is safe for pregnancy and often can offer relief of pregnancy related discomfort as the body changes to allow for growth of the baby.

Yes, there are no contraindications.

Yes, often chronic pain can be related to fascial restrictions in the body from surgery, trauma, poor posture, sports injuries, etc.

If you have received temporary relief from other services such as physical therapy, chiropractic care, traditional massage therapy then there maybe a fascial restriction that is temporarily improved, but not specifically addressed.

It depends on your needs and financial means.  If there is a specific issue being addressed we may set up weekly or every other week for a few sessions.  It can also be done more as a preventative treatment every 4-6 weeks.

Yes, please be sure to hydrate well prior to and after your session.  The fascia system is a hydrated system that can become dehydrated in the areas of restrictions.  Myofascial release helps to open up the areas of restriction and needs to be rehydrated to allow for proper function and gliding.

Although myofascial release is a gentle treatment there may be some soreness after your session.  This soreness is typically related to changes in the function of the body and the musculoskeletal system making adjustments and figuring out how to move within the new range of mobility.