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Fascia: The Web That Connects Everything

4/24/2018

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So What is Fascia?

The fascial system is a connective tissue that looks like a spider web, which surrounds our muscles, bones, down to every cell in our body. This is why it is known as a whole body system.
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When our fascial system gets a restriction, which can be caused by inflammation, trauma and surgery, it holds about 2,000 pounds of pressure. Being a whole body system means that the restriction is not just in that one area but the other systems around it are also being compromised.

It's like  getting a run in a pair of panty hose; the run is the restriction and the surrounding threads are the muscles, nerves, cells etc. Right where the run is you will see all the other fibers reaching towards the area in response to the trauma or what caused the tear.

Unfortunately restrictions cannot be seen through X-rays, MRI’s and CAT scans so discovering fascial restrictions is assessed through a technique called Myofascial Release.

Myo Who?

Myofascial Release is a gentle application of sustained pressure  into the fascial system in order to eliminate fascial restrictions which are accessed through visual analysis and tissue texture.

This technique is often described as three dimensional because the system has no defined direction. It may twist, turn, and spiral which can compress on the nerves, blood supplies and put unnecessary pressure on structures resulting in pain.

Myofascial Release is a gentle modality that can be used to help with:

  1. Pain
  2. Headaches
  3. Overall restoration of function​

"The key to healing is feeling."
​John F. Barnes

Pain and limited mobility can be confusing and frustrating. Medicine that is often prescribed to help with pain often blocks important receptors in your body that are the key to understanding what is going on with your body and in working within the fascial system.
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I encourage you to be curious about what is going on with your body and if you have questions or think Myofascial Release may be for you to schedule an appointment today or call 512-666-1591 to discuss if this could help you.
6 Comments
Dean Phillips link
2/8/2019 07:03:54 pm

I had no idea that myofascial release was an application of pressure in the fascial system in order to help with pain, headaches, and overall function. I have had troubles with headaches for a long time and I have been looking for a way to treat them. It's great to learn about new techniques that are not widely recognized.

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Heeling Hands
2/12/2019 10:37:01 am

I am so glad you stumbled upon this and learned about myofascial release. It is a very complex structure that I feel is just not getting more attention these past few years.

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Hazel Jones link
4/30/2022 12:08:47 am

Great article and it is really very informational. Keep up the good work. Thank you for sharing.

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Nico Miller link
6/15/2022 07:13:04 am

Almost covered everything in a single article. I really appreciate your efforts. Keep up the good work..

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Heeling Hands
6/15/2022 08:00:48 am

Thank you Nico. I am glad you liked the article. Hoping to do more soon.

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Rebecca Mowry link
9/19/2022 10:53:59 pm

Really an impressive article, keep up the good work. Thank you so much for sharing.

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    I'm Melanie Pellman, owner of Heeling Hands in Austin, Tx.

    I have always had a natural gift  of understanding the body and passion for bodywork.

    My goal is to help my clients manage pain, create calmness in their lives, and understand their bodies. 


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