What is MFR?
There are many types of Myofascial Release; the version that I use was taught by John Barnes. His style of MFR is known for being more gentle than other forms. Unlike traditional massage, there is NO stroking or kneading. The therapist gentle sinks into muscular tissue and sustains their pressure without stroking or kneading for several minutes waiting for the patient to "release".

What Problems Can MFR Treat?
Abbreviated “MFR”, Myofascial Release can be used for just about any issue related to muscular tightness, cramping or spasm, including tendonitis.

Is this the right treatment for me?
No treatment modality works for all people, but most people respond very well to MFR. MFR is most effective when applied directly to skin so that therapist's hands can sink into the muscular tissue without sliding on the patient's cloths. As long as you are comfortable wearing shorts and a loose fitting T-shirt, you should be comfortable being treated with MFR.

How will I respond to treatment?
The effects of MFR continue after the session is completed because the body takes a while to adapt to the released that occur during the session. For the first 24-hours, you may feel better or even a little worse, but most people report feeling improvements as each day goes by for several days. after the treatment.

How safe is it?
Because this is a gentle touch therapy, MFR is very safe. The techniques begin with a sustained pressure applied to specific tissues, usually for a few minutes. The duration of the technique is determined by how long it takes the body to "release".

What is Unwinding?
Associated with MFR is a physiological process that John Barnes called "Unwinding". It is a process by which your body dynamically makes self-adjustments or self-corrections to itself. It is very safe because your subconscious is controlling the movement instead of the therapist.

What is my MFR training?
Gary has over 200 hours of training from John Barnes.
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