RESTORING FREEDOM TO MOVE

Myofascial release is a specialized hands-on treatment that focuses on the fascia—the connective tissue that surrounds and supports your muscles, joints, nerves, and other structures throughout the body. When the fascia becomes tight or restricted due to injury, inflammation, repetitive stress, or prolonged poor posture, it can contribute to pain, stiffness, limited mobility, and altered movement patterns.

 

At Lynch TMJ Health, myofascial release is used to reduce tissue restrictions, improve mobility, and restore normal movement. By applying gentle, sustained pressure to areas of restriction, we help improve the mobility of the fascia and surrounding soft tissues, allowing your body to move more comfortably and efficiently.

 

Restoring Healthy Movement

 

Myofascial release may be incorporated into treatment for TMJ disorders, headaches, neck pain, shoulder pain, upper back pain, postural dysfunction, and other musculoskeletal conditions. It is always performed as part of an individualized treatment plan and combined with manual therapy, therapeutic exercise, breathing retraining, dry needling, and other advanced treatment techniques to address the underlying cause of your symptoms.

 

Our goal is not simply to relieve tightness, but to restore healthy movement, reduce pain, and help you return to your daily activities with greater comfort and confidence.

 

What is myofascial release?

 

Myofascial release is a hands-on treatment that targets restrictions within the fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds muscles and other structures throughout the body. The goal is to improve mobility, reduce pain, and restore normal movement.

 

Is myofascial release painful?

 

Treatment is typically gentle and performed within your comfort level. You may feel pressure or a stretching sensation as restricted tissues begin to release, but it should not be excessively painful.

 

What conditions can myofascial release help treat?

 

Myofascial release may be beneficial for TMJ disorders, headaches, neck pain, shoulder pain, back pain, postural dysfunction, muscle tightness, and other conditions involving soft tissue restrictions.

 

How is myofascial release different from massage?

 

While both involve hands-on treatment, myofascial release focuses on improving restrictions within the connective tissue that affect movement and function. It is performed as part of a comprehensive physical therapy evaluation and treatment plan rather than as a relaxation technique.

 

How many treatments will I need?

 

The number of treatments depends on your condition, symptoms, and goals. Many patients notice improvements over several visits as myofascial release is combined with other evidence-based treatments to restore mobility and address the underlying cause of their symptoms.