Myofascial Therapy in Beaverton

What is Myofascial Therapy and How Does it Differ from Relaxation Massage?

Myofascial therapy is an advanced form of manual therapy often used in clinical settings and for sports rehabilitation. It is an advanced from of manual therapy and includes elements of neuromuscular therapy, Rolfing, deep tissue massage, and osteopathic massage.

A session of myofascial therapy can help you move more freely, resolve chronic and even intense pain, and to find a deeper sense of presence and balance.

A key difference is the medical focus Myofascial Therapy has compared to the softer and less focused approach of Swedish or relaxation massage. While it includes elements of Swedish massage and can be deeply relaxing and invigorating, its focus is on resolving specific issues and improving performance. Recurring pain and discomfort not relieved by other forms of massage are often relieved to a significant degree after even a single session of skilled Myofascial Therapy.

Myofascial therapy seeks to return the body to a state of balance through improving circulation, joint function, and easing restrictions to movement. A typical session includes a detailed intake, a postural and gait assessment, as well as a specific treatment plan. Client input is important for the success  of this approach and your therapist will be very attentive to your needs.

Myofascial therapy derives from work by Janet Travell MD into trigger points and Andrew Taylor Still MD DO, inventor of Osteopathy, and is also deeply influenced by the work of Ida Rolf, PhD, on structural balance.

Call Your Chiropractor in Beaverton

Call your chiropractor in Beaverton to see if Myofascial Therapy can make a meaningful change in your life and open you to greater comfort, improved function, and a deeper sense of confidence and physical presence.