Northside Myofascial-Release

For Resistance Stretching you will need a special resistance strap to do this type of stretching. (I do NOT recommend trying these stretches with rehab bands. Resistance stretching does not use resistance bands.) These specialized static straps are an excellent addition to your fascial tools arsenal.... They are made with multiple loops to provide many options for your hands to hold onto the strap. Several are available in the market, but the original is called the OPTP Stretch Strap. My preference, however, is the first version listed, which is made of nylon seatbelt material. It’s virtually indestructible, comes in a variety of colors, and will last you forever! I have sold both from my office and believe they are both excellent, and on my blog, I provide a link to both. In addition, you will find a couple of excellent books on resistance stretching on my blog. For instruction, there are many qualified exercise professionals on YouTube that can teach you to do this type of stretching. Most are physical therapists or personal trainers, and on my blog (the link is below), I provide a few to get you started. . . . https://myofascialreleaseatlanta.com//how-to-perform-myofa

Resistance Stretching This form of stretching has been around for many years but has been predominately practiced by the patients of physical therapists. In other words, they have existed in the past as assistant stretches, but it is quite easy to attend this type of stretching on your own.... Also known as proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF), or Isometric stretching, this type of stretching brings a muscle or limb to its range of motion and then resists in the opposite direction. This motion causes the muscle fibers to stretch internally and also strengthens at the same time. This is an excellent way to rehabilitate a weak muscle, as it requires a very limited range of motion, and it is impossible to push the muscle past its ability. Often, people go into the gym to rehabilitate their muscles with weights and push themselves past their current limitations, causing the injury or weak muscle to get even worse. Resistance stretching eliminates this risk. For a link to my favorite resistance band, click the link below. . . . https://myofascialreleaseatlanta.com//how-to-perform-myofa

Myofascial Self-Treatment Part 2: Stretching In addition to the use of tools for self-treatment, you must also incorporate unique and varied forms of stretching. Most people have no idea about how to stretch and are still doing the same type of stretching they learned in middle school gym class.... Doing the hurdlers stretch and a couple of side bends as a warmup is fine but it’s frightful to an aggressive, bouncy style stretch! Trust me when I say this type of stretching doesn’t work, and it can cause you more damage than good. There are far better ways to stretch! Finish reading about stretching on the blog today using the link below. . . . https://myofascialreleaseatlanta.com/blog

There are so many tools in the market nowadays, it’s overwhelming. I have purchased and tried many of these tools over the years, and some of them are very valuable and effective. But there is one tool that I love, and I’d like to share that with you now.... It’s called a THUMBBY. (Stupid name, phenomenal tool.) It’s a little pricier than most treatment balls, but then again, it does things the other tools can’t do! Worth every penny. The Thumbby is a cone made of silicone. This provides a very nice surface and a gentle point for very specific pressure. In addition, the bottom of the cone is concave, helping it sticks to the wall. This can be extremely convenient if you’re trying to get to a particular spot in your shoulder, or on your hip flexors, glutes, etc. It does many other tricks and can be used for multiple self-treatment applications. There are too many questions to go into here but ask me how the THUMBBY can be used to treat your particular issue and I will oblige. I occasionally keep them in stock in the office but click here to purchase online at your convenience. Don’t forget to come back for part two in a few days to learn all about myofascial stretching. Talk soon, Ron Reach, LMT . . . To read this article in full, click this link: https://myofascialreleaseatlanta.com//how-to-perform-myofa

Northside Myofascial-Release is now officially reopen for business! In light of the current COVID19 pandemic, we will be practicing heightened precautions, including surgical-style scrubbing, N95 face masks and disinfectant cleaning between clientele. Disposable surgical masks for clients will also be provided. In addition, I have used this downtime to provide you with a fresh website that will better serve you! Now, purchase your session or package online and book your appo...intment all from one page. Informative and simple to navigate! The link is the same and always available in bio.

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Does NOT "flush toxins". Can *absolutely* reduce pain, though. Come visit me at Northside MFR - and see for yourself!

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For hip / back / piriformis pain, visit me at Northside Myofascial-Release!!! Meanwhile, try some of these stretches...

Between treatments of Myofascial-release therapy, self-treatment at home Is absolutely essential! Excellent article

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