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TREATMENT TECHNIQUE

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Myofascial Release

When the connective tissue around your muscles gets tight and restricted, movement suffers. Myofascial release uses sustained, gentle pressure to free that tissue and restore easy motion.

ABOUT THIS SERVICE

What Is Myofascial Release?

Myofascial release is a hands-on technique targeting the fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds and connects your muscles. Using sustained, gentle pressure, your therapist releases restrictions in this tissue to reduce pain, improve mobility, and support better movement, as part of a broader plan.

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Aaron Kraai, PT, DPT, Founder & CEO, Doctors of Physical Therapy

Targets The Fascia

Frees the connective tissue that wraps and connects your muscles.

Sustained, Gentle Pressure

A slow, low-load technique rather than deep, forceful pressure.

Reduces Pain & Tightness

Releasing restrictions can ease pain and improve range of motion.

Whole-System View

Fascia connects the body, so we look beyond the spot that hurts.

CONDITIONS & SYMPTOMS

What Myofascial Release Can Help

We use myofascial release for tightness and pain, including:

Fascia

Myofascial Pain

Tight, restricted fascia and myofascial trigger points.

Back

Neck & Back Tightness

Muscle-and-fascia tightness across the spine.

Headache

Tension Headaches

Head and neck tension contributing to headaches.

Scar

Post-Surgical Restriction

Tissue tightness after surgery or injury.

Mobility

Limited Range of Motion

Stiffness from soft-tissue restriction.

Chronic

Chronic Pain

Persistent muscle-and-fascia pain, as part of a plan.

DIRECT ACCESS

You Do Not Need a Doctor Permission to Take Care of Your Body

See a physical therapist directly, no referral required in most states.

Book Directly

Call us or book online. No referral. No authorization delay.

See a Licensed PT

Your first visit is a full evaluation with a licensed physical therapist.

Get a Custom Plan

Evidence-based, personalized to your body and your goals.

Get Better Faster

Better outcomes. Fewer visits. Back to doing what you love.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Fascia is the connective tissue that surrounds and connects your muscles; when it’s tight or restricted, movement and comfort suffer.

It uses gentle, sustained pressure and is generally comfortable; some areas may feel tender.

It specifically targets fascial restrictions with sustained pressure, as part of a clinical treatment plan.

If tightness and restriction are limiting your movement or feeding your pain, an evaluation can help.

In most cases, no. Rules vary by plan and state.

Your first visit is a full evaluation, your therapist reviews your history, watches how you move, and builds a plan around your goals. In most states you can come directly, no referral needed.

Where To Get Care

Clinics Offering Myofascial Release

Myofascial Release is offered at the 8 clinics listed below. Services vary by location, so call ahead to confirm availability before your visit.

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