Myofascial Release

What Is Myofascial Release?

Myofascial release is a hands-on therapeutic technique that focuses on relieving pain and restoring motion by treating the fascia — the connective tissue that surrounds and supports muscles throughout your body. When fascia becomes tight, restricted, or damaged due to injury, overuse, or inactivity, it can create pain, tension, and reduced range of motion. At North Port Chiropractic, our doctors use myofascial release techniques to break up adhesions and restore normal tissue function.

How Does It Work?

During a myofascial release session, your doctor applies gentle sustained pressure to areas of fascial restriction. This pressure allows the fascia to elongate and release, relieving tension and restoring mobility. The technique may involve the use of specialized instruments (Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization) or direct hands-on manipulation. Treatment is typically comfortable, with patients often describing the sensation as a deep, releasing stretch.

Benefits of Myofascial Release

• Relieves chronic pain and muscle tension
• Improves range of motion and flexibility
• Reduces muscle spasms
• Breaks up scar tissue and adhesions
• Improves circulation and lymphatic flow
• Enhances recovery from injury
• Complements chiropractic adjustments

Conditions Treated

• Chronic back and neck pain
• Fibromyalgia
• TMJ disorders
• Plantar fasciitis
• IT band syndrome
• Repetitive strain injuries
• Post-surgical scar tissue
• Tension headaches