What is Myofascial Release therapy?
Myofascial Release (also known as Connective Tissue Therapy) is a type of soft-tissue therapy that provides a slow stretching of stuck connective tissue.
Your connective tissue is the thin layer of tissue that envelops all of your muscles and the individual muscle fibers.
Myofascial Release allows for an increase of mobility to affected joints and a temporary increase of blood-flow to the muscles.
Please note that while Myofascial Release is a slow, targeted technique, a constant pull or ache may be felt during the therapy, and some tenderness may be felt for a few a days after the connective tissue work is done.
A typical area for Myofascial Release is in the treatment of Iliotibial Band Syndrome. ITBS is a common thigh injury usually associated with sports (especially running).
Acting as the structure that supports the outer knee, the iliotibial band can slowly contract over time, causing it to become “short”.
This shortening results in what is often referred to as “runner’s knee”: a general tenderness of the area that can escalate to outright pain while being physically active, or even while at rest.
Myofascial Release can help accelerate the healing process of ITBS by increasing mobility and blood-flow.
Massage therapy rates
- 90 minutes $190
- 75 minutes $170
- 60 minutes $126
- 45 minutes $100
- 30 minutes $80
For further details on payment and coverage, please view our rates & payment and insurance & direct billing pages.
Staff bios
- Beverley Spidle, RMT
- Curtis Moon, RMT
- Jason Lescak, RMT
- Rahim Valli, RMT
- Sarah Pickard, RMT
- Ben Hildebrand, RMT
- Stephanie Funk, RAc
- Tatiana Shtytcer, RMT
- Janie Ringham, RMT
- Mitchell Budd, RMT
- Brendan McCarthy, RMT
- Joanne Guenther, DMO
- Dr. Man-Yee Yeung, ND
- Dr. Tonia Winchester, ND
- Elizabeth Arcand, RCRT
- Trishia Unrau, RCC
Do I have to choose a technique before scheduling an appointment?
Not at all. All you need to do is book an appointment with one of our Registered Massage Therapists. During your session, your RMT will create a tailored plan of various techniques designed around your specific needs.
This is my first massage – what can I expect?
Firstly, good for you! Here are some notes about getting started at Knead.
- Please fill out your intake form online prior to your appointment time (it will be emailed to you directly).
- You are welcome to wear relaxed clothing, or come as you are.
- Enter the clinic a few moments early to check in with reception.
- After you check in, your RMT will join you shortly to guide you to the treatment room.
- Your RMT will go over your intake form with you. You will both have time to ask questions and get a clear idea of what will be taking place during your session.
- You and your RMT will discuss what clothing may need to be removed, and how to get on the table.
- Each treatment includes an interview/assessment, hands-on treatment, and there may be a few minutes at the end of the session to go over some homecare exercises.
If you have any other questions about your first visit at Knead, please get in touch!
I slump… a lot. Would Myofacial Release be helpful?
Absolutely! The Myofacial Release technique opens up the contracted fascia and stimulates the over-stretched (and equally important) tissue.
Can I fill out an intake form before my first appointment?
For sure! It’s not mandatory to fill out the intake form out before your first appointment, but it will save some time. If you have any questions about any of the fields on the form, just leave the area blank and we will go over it in person.
“Bev’s extraordinary healing talent has had a huge impact on my life. You will not find a more genuine, caring, thoughtful, and professional RMT.”
Ian
