REDUCE TENSION. RESTORE MOVEMENT.
This is a gentle approach to finding more ease in your body that works with your connective tissue, known as fascia. Through sustained pressure, mindful movement and breath, it can help reduce feelings of tension, improve mobility and support more comfortable, efficient movement.
This is a helpful tool if you're experiencing persistent tightness. Or, if you are looking for a way to recover between other appointments that help with chronic pain. This is meant to work with, or compliment, your regular healthcare appointments.
Myofascial release can be tailored to your unique goals and needs. I look forward to teaching you how to use this tool on your own.
Help reduce persistent tightness and restore a greater sense of comfort throughout your body.
Move with more freedom and confidence by addressing areas of restriction and stiffness.
Slow down, breathe deeply and create space for relaxation and recovery.
Knowledge is empowering. This short introduction gives you the concepts behind myofascial release so you can feel more informed and confident before your first session.
What can myofascial release support?
General muscle tension or stiffness
Neck, shoulder, back or hip discomfort
Limited mobility or restricted movement
Tightness related to sitting, repetitive movement or exercise
Areas that continue to feel tense between physical therapy, massage or chiropractic appointments
Stress-related tension and difficulty relaxing
A desire to improve body awareness and movement confidence
Myofascial release is not intended to diagnose or treat a medical condition. It can be used as a supportive wellness practice alongside care from your medical or rehabilitation providers.
What does it feel like?
During a session, we may use therapy balls, yoga props, gentle movement, breathing practices and sustained pressure.
The sensation should feel manageable and purposeful. More pressure is not always better. We will work slowly enough for you to notice what you are feeling, adjust the intensity and remain relaxed.
You are always encouraged to move, reposition, use less pressure or stop when needed.
How is this "yoga based"?
While the tools may look familiar, the experience may be different. My sessions integrate myofascial release with therapeutic yoga principles, including breath, mindful movement, body awareness and relaxation. The goal isn't simply to release tension, but to help you better understand your body and develop practical skills you can continue using long after the session ends.
Movement is part of the process. After working with an area, we often explore gentle movement to notice what's changed and how your body organizes itself differently.
Can myofascial release be included in my Individual Wellness Session?
Yes! Because every person's body, history and goals are different, myofascial release may be used as one part of a personalized session plan.
Your sessions may also include:
Therapeutic yoga
Mobility work
Gentle stretching
Breath practices
Relaxation or meditation
Personalized home practices
Together we will determine what feels useful, appropriate and sustainable for you.
Myofascial release is more than a technique, it's an opportunity to better understand your body.
Through my lens as a yoga teacher, my approach combines myofascial release with therapeutic yoga, functional movement, breath and nervous system regulation to create sessions that are personalized and practical. These sessions are grounded in current understanding of the body.
If you are navigating persistent tension, recovering between other healthcare appointments, or simply looking to move with greater ease, hopefully we can work together to find strategies that support your unique goals.
Every session is collaborative. We'll move at a pace that feels appropriate for your body, adjusting as needed while creating a supportive environment where you can explore movement with confidence.
I look forward to helping you move with greater ease and feel more connected to your body. My goal is to leave you with practical tools that support your well being long after our sessions together.
Schedule a complimentary conversation to discuss your goals and to see if Individual Wellness Sessions are the right fit for you.