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FASCIAL REBALANCING
There are many contributing factors to pain. Fascial restrictions can be one of those factors. This page will discuss what fascial is, why fascia has a direct impact on the entire body, and how we rebalance the fascia to create lasting relief.
WHAT IS FASCIA?
Fascia is a thin layer of connective tissue that surrounds and supports every muscle, organ, nerve, bone and vessel in the body, in one sheet. Although tight fascia can be a source of pain, it is not seen on imaging and therefore could be misdiagnosed.
Injury, surgery, repetitive movements and poor body mechanics may tighten and pull on the muscular and fascial structures of the body, which can lead to nerve entrapment. This pull causes a lack of glide between the tissues and restricts movement which can lead to unhealthy compensation patterns and pain.
FASCIAL WEB
FASCIA'S IMPACT
Fascia is one continuous structure of densely woven connective tissue that forms from head to toe without interruption. Trauma to the area can adversely affect other areas of the body like pulling a piece of yarn on a sweater.
HOW IS THE TREATMENT PERFORMED?
The foundation of this therapy lies in identifying specific points on the body in connection with limited movements. Once a limited or painful movement is identified the specific point on the fascia is located and through the appropriate manipulation of these precise points, movement may be restored. This treatment increases fluid in the area, restoring the natural glide of the nerves and tissues. The result is decreased pain, increased range of motion and flexibility in muscles, joints, and surrounding tissues.
