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Myofascial pain is a painful condition that affects the fascia (connective tissue that covers the muscles). Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS) is chronic myofascial pain that can involve either a single muscle or a muscle group. Myofascial release (MFR) is hands-on, soft tissue therapy for the treatment of skeletal muscle immobility and pain, myofascial pain and myofascial pain syndrome.
The goal of myofascial release is to:
- Stretch and loosen the fascia,
- Release muscular shortness / tightness and relax the contracted muscles,
- Improve blood and lymphatic circulation, and
- Stimulate the stretch reflex in muscles
Many patients seek myofascial release treatment after losing flexibility / function following an injury or if they are experiencing ongoing pain in the back, shoulder, hip or virtually any area containing soft tissue.
Myofascial release is highly effective in treating patients with a variety of diagnoses, including:
- Chronic Back Strain, Low Back Pain and Thoracic Back Pain
- Chronic Cervical Pain
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Complex Pain Complaints
- Dizziness, Vertigo
- Fibromyalgia
- Fibrositis
- Headache / Migraine Headaches
- Chronic Myofascial Pain / Myofascial Pain Syndrome (MPS)
- Plantar Fasciitis
- Post-Polio Symptoms
- Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
- Temporo-Mandibular Joint (TMJ) Dysfunction
- Whiplash
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Cupping is a traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) practice that involves placing cups on the skin to create suction. This practice dates back over 2,000 years but has received recent attention due to its use by world-class athletes for injury relief.
The cups used in cupping are typically made of bamboo, glass, or earthenware.
It’s believed that the effect of suction on the skin helps increase blood flow and promotes healing; however, the way in which cupping may have an effect on the body is unclear.
A study in PLoS One researchers concluded that cupping could be effective in treating the pain and disability associated with chronic neck pain and chronic low-back pain in the short term.Cupping is generally safe for healthy people when performed by one of our trained health professionals.
Some of the side effects like bruising and soreness are possible.
Ask your physical therapist how cupping might help you.
Cupping is a helpful alternative treatment for some. Please share your complete health history with your therapist and they will discuss the benefits and possible side effects of cupping to make sure it is right for you.
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