Myofascial Release
in Norfolk

Myofascial Release helps by applying a gentle pressure or compression into the fascial restrictions. The techniques used can help alleviate pain, improve flexibility, and increase range of motion by releasing tension and tightness in the fascia and by improving postural alignment. Additionally, Myofascial Release can aid in promoting relaxation, reducing stress levels, and enhancing overall well-being.

Treatment is person-centred and the number of treatments will differ. For example, a one-off treatment may be all that is needed to treat a minor issue that has recently arisen.

When addressing a chronic issue Kate will often advise 2-3 sessions ideally within 2-3 weeks of each other and then together will reassess.

Maintenance treatments to assist in your ongoing health and wellbeing is generally recommended every 4-6 weeks.

Imagine a vast, intricate network of soft, collagen-rich tissues that traverses every nook and cranny of your body. This remarkable system weaves its way around organs, muscles, bones, and even nerve fibres, creating an integrated system throughout your body.

It creates an environment where all systems seamlessly collaborate and operate together. The fascial system allows neighbouring structures to glide effortlessly without any irritation or discomfort.

Myo means muscle and fascia is a Latin word meaning a band or bandage, referring to the connective tissues ‘binding’ the structures within the body.

Myofascial release is a whole body approach to health which integrates a variety of techniques and assessments for the treatment of symptoms associated with pain and dysfunction. Though the focus is primarily on the deep fascia, which includes the myofascia, the techniques will be influencing all the fascia tissue because of the fascial network being one unit.

The therapist will be feeling for tissue tension and then with the application of appropriate techniques will follow perceived tissue changes without forcing the tissues. The techniques incorporate gentle, sustained pressures into the fascial restrictions for 3-5 minutes, sometimes longer. This slow, sustained approach creates physical and chemical reactions in the fascia structure causing tissues to vibrate and relax.