Frequently Asked Questions:
1. I'm new to Myofascial Release. Where should I start?
We always recommend starting with the MFR 60 session. This is the 60 minute session that includes 15 minutes of complimentary Vibroacoustics.
2. I have a lot going on. Should I do a longer session?
That's up to you. You will get relief even in a 60 minute session. You can schedule a 90 minute session with 30 minutes of complimentary Vibroacoustics if you feel you may need more time. You will receive relief from any length of time, whether it is 60 or 90 minutes.
3. What should I expect from my first session?
Clients will see an increase in tissue motion with the first session. With that being said, pain begins to subside after the fascia begins to regain some mobility. It is usually the fascia that is placing pressure on body structures or organs that is resulting in pain. Some clients will be sore after their first session. The clinician can usually tell which client may be sore, based on the involvement of the restriction. This doesn't always happen, but it is a possibility. It is similar to a workout soreness that might occur after you start a new exercise routine. It doesn't indicate backwards progress, it's the result of chemical bonds releasing and the body going through a process similar to a "detoxification". You can also have "unusual symptoms" for up to 3 days afterward. This is comparable to a nervous system reboot. When the fascia releases, it can take pressure off the nerves, and much like a computer reboots to reorganize itself, so does the nervous system. These "unusual" symptoms are called "somatic" responses and can range from tingling, to feeling "light" to buzzing. These are somatic responses and they are normal. The clinicians are familiar with somatic responses and you may experience them during your session as well. They are normal responses.
4.How often do I need to come?
This is an individual process. We let clients determine their frequency. We are not chiropractors or physical therapists. You do not have to come more often to get the "most benefit". You will receive benefit from every visit and healing is not linear (a checklist).
For a typical neck pain client, 3-6 visits is the usual. You will learn 1-2 simple techniques on the first visit to use that will address the fascia and reduce your discomfort. We do not assign more than 1 or 2 techniques. These techniques will not take any longer than 1 or 2 minutes. You will be able to fit them into your daily routine without stressing or making more time for them.
Our motto is "IF IT DOESN'T FIT ON A POST IT NOTE, IT'S TOO MUCH". YES, IT'S THAT SIMPLE. Some of our clients chose to come more often, every other week or on a monthly basis. That is their choice because they feel the difference it makes in their bodies and their lives. If you have more significant symptoms, you may come a bit more frequently at first and then start spreading the visits out.
The body does require a bit of time between visits to "reboot" (remember what we said earlier), so we don't recommend more than once a week. The only exception to this would be if you were using Vibroacoustics only. Some clients are going through life changes and use Vibroacoustics only for meditative purposes to assist when going through major life changes or a decision making process. Vibroacoustics can be used daily.
5.Can I get a discount if I request the Vibroacoustics be removed from my session?
No. We took a lot into consideration when setting out prices. Previously we had so many price levels with convenience fees, Medicare Advantage, Veterans, Cash Discounts, and on and on. We restructured to one single price for everyone with free 15 min Vibroacoustics in 60 min sessions and 30 min free Vibroacoustics in a 90 min session. We removed all credit card convenience fees and the price ended up being less for some and slightly more for others, but everyone ended up benefiting with free Vibroacoustics. You can opt out of Vibroacoustics, but it will not change the price of the session.
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Suggested Reading
Here are some reading suggestions that compliment holistic, fascial healing approaches:
Dirty Genes: A Revolutionary Approach to Health and Wellness Through Nutritional Genetics and Personalized Plans for a Happier, Healthier You, by Ben Lynch MD
Your Brain on Art, How the Arts Transform Us by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross
The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der Kolk, MD
The Biology of Belief: Unleashing the Power of Consciousness, Matter and Miracles by Bruce H. Lipton, PhD
The Transformation: Discovering Wholeness and Healing After Trauma by James S. Gordon, MD
Earthing (2nd Edition): The Most Important Health Discovery Ever! by Clinton Ober (free copies available on loan at Myofascial STL Plus)
Free ways to begin a healing journey:
Listen to Sofeggio Frequency music at night when sleeping
1.Find the basic 174HZ Solfeggion frequency on your favorite streaming service
2. Select the Black Screen option
3. Stream overnight while sleeping
Belly Breathing
This stimulates your vagal nerve and interrupts the cortisol production cycle, no counting or anything, just a great big belly breathe.
Stand Barefoot on the Ground
You are a bioelectric being, by nature your body attracts electrical charges from the surrounding environment. You regularly have to discharge
this excess electrical charge. You can naturally do this, free of charge, by standing barefoot on the ground. This is why electrical systems have
have copper grounding wires at the base that lead into the ground, because all electrical systems attract electrical charges from the
surrounding environment.
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Links
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For self help myofascial techniques.
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Biomagscience link: https://biomagscience.net/?srsltid=AfmBOop8stD4cAldKXB9p3FBRLoFdaPBYWgqlUJ5RX7XGNNXSnjzR1I3
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36835784/
Myofascial Release could positively affect microcirculation in the low back. Immediate Effects of Myofascial Release Treatment on Lumbr Microcirculation: a Randomized, Placebo-Controlled Trial. Brandl, A, Egner C, Reer R, Schmidt T, Schleip R. J Clin Med. 2023 Feb 4;12(4):1248.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/25603749/
Although research on Myofascial Release is in the beginning stages, emerging results are promising. Effectiveness of Myofascial Release: Systematic Review of Randomized Controlled Trials. MS Ajimsha, Noora R Al-Mudahka, A A Al-Madzhar. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2015 Jan;19(1):102-12. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2014.06.001.Epub 2014 Jun 13.
Effects of Myofascial Release for Athletic flexibility
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/33714485/
Effect of myofascial release on lower limb range of motion, sit and reach and horizontal jump distance in male university students Marcos Roberto Queiroga 1, Luana Santos Lima 2, Lucas Eduardo Campos de Oliveira 3, Daniel Zanardini Fernandes 3, Vinícius Müller Reis Weber 3, Sandra Aires Ferreira 2, Natã Gomes de Lima Stavinski 2, Edgar Ramos Vieira 4 J Body Mov The 2021 Jan:25:140-145. doi: 10.1016/j.jbmt.2020.10.013. Epub 2020 Oct 26.
https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/24011-myofascial-release-therapy
Click on this link by the Cleveland Clinic to learn more about Myofascial Release Therapy, conditions that can benefit and precautions.
Should you have any questions regarding precautions, feel free to contact Michelle at Myofascial STL Plus. The style of Myofascial Release that is utilized at Myofascial STL Plus is a light touch approach, but we are happy to discuss and answer any questions you may have.
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