Traditional massage therapy works by manually manipulating muscle tissue to break up collagen adhesions and realign the tissue to allow the layers to slide against one another unimpeded. Breaking up adhesions can help reduce muscle tightness and improve joint range of motion (ROM).
Myofascial release is a manual therapy technique that aims to release fascia restrictions. Fascia is located between the skin and the underlying structure of muscle and bone, and connects the muscles, organs, and skeletal structures in our body. Fascia can become restricted through injuries, stress, trauma, and poor posture.
Trigger point therapy involves applying pressure to tender muscle tissue (“knots”) in an effort to alleviate pain and dysfunction in other parts of the body. Trigger points are areas of muscular hyperactivity, which often cross-over with acupuncture points.