Unlocking the Fascial Network
Fascia is a specialized system of connective tissue that wraps around every muscle, bone, nerve, and organ in the body. When this tissue becomes restricted due to trauma, repetitive stress, or poor posture, it can exert crushing pressure on pain-sensitive structures, leading to chronic discomfort and limited mobility.
As a Chiropractic Rehabilitation Specialist with over 25 years of experience, Dr. Nyman utilizes a variety of myofascial release techniques designed to break down these adhesions and restore the body's natural functional capacity.
Hands-On Myofascial Release
Manual therapy involves applying sustained, gentle pressure into the myofascial connective tissue restrictions. This direct hands-on approach allows for precise detection and treatment of individual tissue layers, effectively lengthening the fascia and relieving pain.
Instrument-Assisted Soft-Tissue Mobilization (IASTM)
IASTM utilizes specialized clinical tools to detect and treat areas of "tissue densification" or scar tissue. These instruments allow for deeper penetration into the tissue layers, stimulating a localized inflammatory response that restarts the healing process and breaks down stubborn adhesions.
Benefits of Myofascial Therapy
Increased Flexibility
Eliminating "knots" to allow muscles to reach their full length.
Improved Blood Flow
Restoring circulation to areas previously restricted by fascia.
Injury Prevention
Correcting imbalances before they lead to structural damage.