How Does Myofascial Release Help with Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain can be caused by many conditions that create uneven stress on the fascia, or the thin, strong connective tissue that covers muscles and bones and surrounds internal organs such as the heart, lungs, and intestines. These conditions include: • Back strain or injury • Fibromyalgia • Whiplash • Injury to joints • Repetitive Stress Injuries (RSI) • Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (CTS) • Strains and sprains from falls • Plantar fasciitis • Physical stress • Psychological stress • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) • Arthritis • Psychological stress • Poor posture As the myofascial release practitioner performs gentle stretching and compression of the fascia and the muscles, the body relaxes and uneven tension on the fascia begins to self-correct. This release of tension affects the entire body because all fascia is interconnected. Some patients find that strong emotions are released along with physical tension. This emotional release can be especially helpful to patients whose stress and ch
