How Myofascial Release Help To Relieve Back Pain

Fascia is one of the most important parts in human muscular system. It looks like three- dimensional web that is spread throughout the body. It starts just below the top most layer of skin and permeates deep into two more layers below the skin where most of human muscles have built up.

Myofascial pain in trigger points may sometimes become unbearable. If neglected it spreads to other parts of the body. Myofascial Release involves applications of mild to moderate pressure to remove pain and reinstate normal motion. The goal of myofascial release helps to stretch and loosen the fascia so that the body can move more freely, and the motion is restored. 

Myofascial Release and Deep Tissue Massages are similar, however not entirely.

A deep tissue massage helps to relieve the deeper layers of muscle. However Myofascial release works the broader network of muscles that might be causing your pain. Myofascial Release helps to reduce tension throughout your body by releasing trigger points across a broad section of your muscular system.

Myofascial Release is often performed by an experienced Physiotherapist, as these techniques require advanced training and a thorough understanding of anatomy and physiology.Whereas a Deep Tissue Massage focuses on strokes and effleurages to relax and release tension throughout the entire body.

Myofascial release focuses on reducing pain by easing the tension and tightness in the trigger points. Myofascial Release helps you to locate the trigger points as well as to apply manual pressure and incorporate stretching techniques to ease and relieve pain.

Myofascial Release is a great pain reliever. For back pain, this technique can be effectively applied for getting rid of mild to high back pain when correct process is used. Understanding a trigger point, and continuation of the therapy with patience are the primary requirements for getting positive result from Myofascial Release.

Our skilled Physiotherapist will assess your condition and start by gently massaging the myofascia and feel for stiff or tightened areas. The therapist then aids the tissue by releasing pressure and tightness on the triggered points. This process is then repeated multiple times on the same trigger point and on other trigger points until the therapist feels the tension is fully released. We will develop a care plan suited to your needs and health. As the tension is being reduced, the pain is relieved in both upper and lower portions of the body.

Speak to a Physiotherapist with us at Core Fitness Physiotherapy & pilates today and let us develop a health care plan best suited to your needs.