FASCIAL RELEASE &
MANUAL THERAPY
Fascia Release, or MyoFascial Release, are forms of Manual Therapy used at Webster Body Therapy that are extremely effective for reducing pain and restoring mobility.
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Fascia Release is effectively used for chronic pain, sports injuries, and reduced range of motion.
Treat pain and injuries
Fascial release identifies and releases restrictions in fascia and soft tissues. Treatment helps restore range of motion, reduce chronic pain, and improve muscular coordination.
Rehab & prehab workouts
Hands-on fascial treatments include corrective exercise training and rehab-focused strength work to re-pattern how your body moves post-treatment.
Wellness through optimization
Achieve your specific goals. Each fascia treatment integrates multiple methods to support full-spectrum healing, holistic wellness, and improved performance.
FASCIA MANIPULATION & MANUAL THERAPY.
Fascia is a thin yet incredibly strong network of connective tissue that wraps around and supports muscles, bones, nerves, and organs. It functions like the body’s internal “infrastructure.”
There are three main types of fascia:
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Superficial Fascia – located just under the skin, elastic and thin.
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Deep Fascia – surrounds muscles and bones, providing structural support.
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Visceral Fascia – encases the internal organs and keeps them in place.
When healthy, fascia is soft, flexible, and allows smooth movement. However, due to injury, stress, overuse, or inactivity, it can become tight, shortened, or sticky — leading to pain, restricted movement, and poor circulation.
THIS IS FASCIA RELEASE & MANUAL THERAPY.
Fascial release therapy, often called myofascial release, is a gentle hands-on treatment that targets the fascia. Fascia is the thin, continuous connective tissue that wraps around muscles, bones, nerves, and organs like a supportive web. When injury, stress, or poor posture tightens this tissue, it can cause pain and limit movement.
Therapists apply slow, sustained pressure to tight spots (called trigger points) until the fascia softens and lengthens. In North America, trained professionals like physical therapists, massage therapists, or osteopathic doctors follow evidence-based guidelines to keep sessions safe and effective. Oils or lotions are rarely used so the therapist can feel the tissues directly.
Sessions at Webster Body Therapy typically last 50 to 60 minutes, or up to 90 minutes depending if training or complex issues are involved. This therapy helps your body move freely again and supports overall wellness without force or rush.
CONDITIONS FASCIA RELEASE THERAPY CAN HELP WITH.
Fascial release therapy offers relief for many common and chronic issues tied to tight or restricted fascia. It eases myofascial pain syndrome, where trigger points cause widespread aches.
People with low back pain, neck stiffness, headaches, or TMJ jaw issues often find better comfort and mobility. It helps conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, plantar fasciitis, frozen shoulder from scarring, fibromyalgia, osteoarthritis inflammation, and even chronic migraines.
After trauma like whiplash, falls, or surgery, it reduces tightness and supports recovery. Repetitive strain from poor posture or heavy work also responds well.
Whether you're dealing with daily tension or longer-term pain, fascia release therapy loosens restrictions so you can move easier, sleep better, and enjoy life without constant discomfort holding you back.
Fascial release therapy uses gentle, constant pressure and is not meant to hurt. Therapists start slow and adjust based on your feedback to keep everything comfortable. You might feel some intensity at tight trigger points—like a "good stretch" or mild pressure as the tissue releases—but sharp or bad pain is never the goal.
Many describe it as deeply soothing once the fascia begins to soften. The focus stays on relaxation and relief, so you leave feeling looser and calmer.
The skilled manual therapists at Webster Body Therapy make sure the experience feels positive and supportive every step.
FASCIA RELEASE IS NOT PAINFUL, GENERALLY.
How quickly will I notice a positive difference?
Many people see benefits after just one session—often right away.
You might feel immediate relaxation, less tension, and easier movement as the fascia releases its grip. Pain from trigger points can ease noticeably, with better range of motion and a lighter mood.
For chronic issues like fibromyalgia or back pain, improvements build steadily over consistent sessions.
Regular treatments help the changes last longer, so you notice lasting relief and greater comfort over time.
When should I not be treated with fascia release?
Fascial release is safe for most, but certain situations mean waiting or avoiding it to stay protected. Skip treatment if you have open wounds, fresh burns, active bone fractures, deep vein thrombosis (blood clots), or fever/infections.
Recent major surgery, severe osteoporosis, or use of blood thinners may need your doctor's approval first.
Always share your full health history with the therapist—they check everything to ensure it's right for you. If in doubt, just ask.
How do I relieve soreness after treatment?
Mild soreness can happen after a session as your fascia and tissues adjust—similar to feeling after good exercise. It usually fades within a day or two as healing continues.
Drink plenty of water to help flush out released tension and support recovery. Gentle walking, light stretching, or a warm bath brings soothing comfort and keeps you mobile.
This short phase is a sign that positive shifts are happening inside. Soon the soreness passes, leaving you feeling more open, flexible, and energized than before.
ARE YOU UNSURE OR WANT TO KNOW MORE ABOUT THE TREATMENT METHOD?
With a free consultation at Webster Body Therapy, we are happy to go through the entire treatment process and you can tell us about your symptoms, muscle problems and other details that will help us guide you to the right treatment.
Fascia Release is an integral part of a Manual Therapy Treatment.