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I want to feel the story your body tells. Your fascial system remembers every injury, surgery, accident and trauma.
About Magikalfingers Myofascial Release Therapy (MFR)
What is Myofascial Release and how does it work?
At Magikalfingers MFR Therapy, I believe that John F Barnes Myofascial Release alone, and/or coupled with other traditional therapies and modalities, are an integral part of a healthy lifestyle.
“WHAT IS FASCIA?” (pronounced like fashion = “fashia”)
The fascial system is our only whole-body network, enveloping and connecting every structure and cell. Acting as a glide and communication system, fascia transmits information and energy throughout the body, much like fiber optics. It also plays a crucial role in transporting nutrients, fluids, oxygen, and biochemicals to support cellular health.
Fascia supports postural balance, aids in motion, and acts as a shock absorber. It helps circulate venous and lymphatic fluids and can influence chronic tissue congestion and inflammatory processes. Changes in fascia often lead to the buildup of fibrous tissue and increased acidity in joint areas. Additionally, fascia surrounds the central nervous system and dysfunctions in these areas can cause widespread neurological effects.
Fascia's fluid component, known as ground substance, surrounds every cell and facilitates proper cellular metabolism, respiration, and nutrient flow. Restrictions in the fascia can disrupt these processes, leading to issues like pain, dysfunction, disease, and compromised immune response.
As you can see, fascia is kind of important!
AND, there is nothing else out there like John F. Barnes Myofascial Release Approach to treat 100% of your fascial system. All other systems only work 20% and produce limited, short term results.
JFB Myofascial Release (MFR) is a gentle and safe treatment for people of all ages, delivering long-lasting results. It is highly effective in addressing chronic pain and "unexplained" discomfort. MFR helps restore range of motion and flexibility while reducing pain, tightness, and tension. As a hands-on therapy that treats the entire fascial system, MFR provides comprehensive relief and helps you feel better overall!
If you are you ready to come to, or back to the table, show up for yourself, book a series of appointments, do some self care in between, and see how your body responds.
There is nothing like John F. Barnes Myofascial Release!
About My Sessions
Come and explore your body on a whole new level! Myofascial Release connects on a much deeper level than many other styles of bodywork.
From the moment we connect, we will work together with your body to get you into a beautIful healing rhythm.
It will help you learn to soften, and let go of deeper fibers of your fascial system.
We will begin to open the blocked areas that are in such strong holding patterns, and in many cases, these holding patterns have been there for years. I am not here to figure out the when and why these things happened and are stored in your body, I am just here to connect with, release these restrictions, and try to help you restore your body's true ability to heal.
First we will calm the storm within and turn off the chaos from the outside world. Then we will trust the process of the body's natural ability to unwind, slowly and gently. There is no force with MFR, there should be nothing other than therapeutic pain, and no guarding, or resistance. MFR is a gentle melting of the tissues as you relax, breathe & unwind under sustained, elongated holds and stretches.
Allow me to do the rest!
Myofascial Release Therapy is very different than Massage Therapy. Most clients describe it as very connective.
There are no lotions or lubricants involved. in myofascial release sessions. This allows me to go deeper, and sink into the barrier without sliding. I ask my clients to not use any lotions or oils before our sessions together.
Regular treatment is just the beginning. Both follow up care, and self care, are something that will help you reap the benefits of this investment into your body!
When you have made the decision to make an appointment, or a series of appointments, please reach out.
Your bodies ability to heal is far greater than you can ever imagine!
About Me
I have been an Orthopedic Massage Therapist since 1998. During that time I specialized in treating a variety of conditions of the neck, spine, pelvis, and extremities. I have also treated many pre and post surgical conditions needing soft tissue and myofascial fascial release in my career.
I began my massage practice in the field of Physical Therapy and Chiropractic fields. I am sill in connection with many of these practitioners, and consult with them as necessary if we are working together on a particular goal for a client.
I dove into the world of Myofofascial Release, using the John F Barnes approach, and now it all makes sense! I can see how this type of body work has been the missing link for the body to truly become in alignment with itself on a deeper fascial level. There is no force in MFR Therapy, only a gentle melting and unwinding of the tissues that may be causing fascial restrictions.
This approach is so different than massage, as there is no lubricants involved to be able to grab the tissues at the deepest layers. Myofascial Release is gently, yet very therapeutic. I am quickly, and graciously welcoming this new modality into my practice, and so are my clients! This gentle melting of the tissues allows me to go deeper with you and help you to understand what therapeutic pain is, and in many cases the root cause of it. Sometimes the cause may be from somewhere else!
The body tells such a story when you give it the ability to let go. I am here to help facilitate the body's true abilities to "unwind" those stubborn fascial restrictions. Sometimes you just need help to start, and continue this process. Pain relief and Emotional balance are achievable. I can only be the conduit to help you, and your body be on the way to a healthier lifestyle- or to continue on this wonderful path you are already on! I want to encourage you to trust in your body, and its ability it has to heal!
Current Myofascial Educational Certifications:
Myofascial Release 1
Myofascial Release 2
Cervical Thoracic
Fascial Pelvis
Visceral/Digestive
Head/Neck/Sinus
Deep Mobilization
TMJ/Jaw
Other Certifications:
Certified Massage Therapist
Structural Kinesiology
Advanced Orthopedic Upper Body Orthomassage
I have treated over 25,000 massage clients in my career!
I LOVE my job! And I love bodywork!
My Philosophy
At Magikalfingers MFR Therapy I believe that Fascia is the living web of connective tissue that surrounds and pervades every cell in our body. From muscle to organ to nerve, fascia plays a crucial role in many areas of the body, and in many cases cause physical changes. It is essentially "holding us together". But if it is holding us to tight, it can cause deeper issues.
What is fascia?
You can think of facia is like a spider web. The stringy tissue is densely woven throughout your muscles, bones, nerves, arteries, veins and organs. Your fascia is one continuous structure throughout your body. Each part of your body is connected to it in some way. That’s why if there’s a snag in the tissue in one part of your body, it can cause pain in another part of your body.
Myofascial Lines And Injuries
Many injuries have lasting impacts on your body but cannot be detected in standardized tests (x-rays, myelograms, CAT scans, electromyography, etc.). I am able to help you reach your wellness goals by assessing and treating these restrictions. MFR helps by using gentle pressure applied over an extended time to allow the connective tissue to elongate and release. This, in turn, allows nerves, blood vessels, and other tissues to open up resulting in less pain and increased range of motion. Fascia is connected to everything in the body, and with Myofascial release, I will take my time to gently unwind these areas that may be the root cause of these restrictions.
The John F Barnes Myofascial Release Approach - Click boxes
Layer and Layers of Fascia
Body Fascia
- Superficial fascia: the layer right below the skin that works to protect the body from injury, “foreign invaders,” and bacterial and viral infection.
- Deep Fascia: the layer that surrounds muscles and groups of muscles, bone, cartilage, nerves, and blood vessels.
- Visceral fascia: Lies deep within the body and protects our vital organs.
Myofascial Pain
- Causes of Myofascial Pain
- Myofascial pain can have two sources. Pain can be generated from the skeletal muscle or connective tissues that are 'bound down' by tight fascia. In addition, pain can also be generated from damaged myofascial tissue itself, sometimes at a 'trigger point' where a contraction of muscle fibers has occurred. In either case, the restriction or contraction inhibits blood flow to the affected structures, thus accentuating the contraction process further unless the area is treated.
- Myofascial pain affects the musculoskeletal system, including the bones, tendons, cartilage, ligaments, and connective tissue. The muscular and skeletal systems work together to move and support the body. The pain generally links to trigger points in the muscles, which radiate pain to the affected area when something applies pressure. However, pain may occur spontaneously with no pressure and may appear in areas of the body that seem unrelated to the trigger points.
- Common symptoms of myofascial pain are localized pain in the muscles and trigger points in the muscles that activate pain. (Facial Voice)
The Myofascial Release Difference
- The Difference between Myofascial Release and Massage Therapy
- Massage Therapy uses a collection of different modalities and techniques to address multiple soft tissue conditions, but Myofascial Release aims to change the structure of the fascial tissue.
- Myofascial Release uses gentle sustained pressure to relieve pain, restore flexibility and improve mobility and posture.
- The main difference between massage and myofascial release is the mode of administration. While massage addresses general areas of the body, myofascial release focuses on specific areas. Unlike massage, myofascial release does not use oils or lubricants.
- On the other hand, myofascial release and massage share similarities as they are both hands-on therapies. They both require the application of pressure on the areas where the therapy is being administered. Myofascial release focuses on stretching and manual pressure that loosens restricted motion. It addresses a number of conditions and symptoms and can be quite helpful when an injury occurs or when you lose flexibility or function. MFR can also be helpful if you experience chronic back, shoulder, hip, or any other pain from a soft tissue as it can help alleviate the pain.
LINKS TO VIDEOS AND BOOKS AND MORE!
Purchase Myofascial Release Healing Ancient Wounds by John F Barnes here
John F. Barnes, PT, LMT, NCTMB, world renowned therapist, author, visionary, and authority on Myofascial Release, weaves a fascinating story, taking you into his highly charged and intriguing world of authentic healing.
Considered to be one of the most impressively talented therapists of our time, his mastery of Myofascial Release, teaching, and healing are beyond comprehension.
This enjoyable and important book, Myofascial Release, Healing Ancient Wounds: The Renegade's Wisdom explores the intricacies of intuitive awareness and discusses how you can reduce pain, headaches, fibromyalgia, and increase range of motion through the Myofascial Release Approach.
John F. Barnes, PT, LMT, NCTMB, is a therapeutic 'icon' considered to be a therapist and teacher of the highest caliber. He has been teaching Myofascial Release seminars for over 40 years and has trained over 100,000 therapists.
John was named one of the most influential persons in the therapeutic profession in the last century, in the national Massage Magazine's featured article "Stars of the Century".
John was also the featured speaker presenting his Myofascial Release Approach at the American Back Society's symposiums for over twenty-five years. This is a group of leading orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, physicians and therapists from around the world looking for leading edge techniques. The theme was the most important advances in healthcare this century.
Purchase Touching Light Book here: How to free your Fiber-Optic -Fascia
This book is by Ronelle Wood. It was the first book I read about the Myofascial System while I was waiting for my classes to begin. I actually read it twice!
I hope to cross Paths someday Ronell. Or to see you at your facility in Ojai Ca!
This is an exerpt from her book on fascia.
You have inside you a cloak of gossamer connective tissue that surrounds and supports everything and functions like fiber optics. This tissue is called fascia. In these pages, myofascial release expert Ronelle Wood translates the scientific language for the chemistry, function, and physiology of fascia, shares her hands-on expertise, and explains in layman's terms how our fascia affects us all in everyday life and its potential as a prime source of health and rejuvenation. Gay Hendricks says in his foreword: “I’ve been blessed to know many great healers and teachers over my forty-five years in the field of transformation; Ronelle is right at the top of the list of masterful practitioners I’ve known.” Read this book and you’ll no longer perceive your body as a misbehaving slave to be punished into submission, but as a communicative partner—always supporting you.
A Patients Guide To Understanding Myofascial Release
This book is a great resource for anyone in the healthcare profession or anyone who facilities the healing process. It is especially helpful for body workers and therapists. It gives simple answers that can help both therapists and patients with their understanding of the healing process in general, and also helps with more specific questions about myofascial release.
Some of the questions are: what is myofascial release? How is myofascial release different from other techniques? What can myofascial release help with?
The answers given are simple, concise, and will help with an overall understanding of the healing process, which can then allow for faster and more significant results.
Kindle Version is only $1.99!
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Learn how to alleviate pain, restore flexibility and improve function with the most comprehensive John F. Barnes self Myofascial Release resource available. Easy to understand explanations of fascia, myofascial release and how fascial restrictions cause pain and dysfunction. Over 175 color photos clearly showing self treatment exercises/techniques. This is a MUST have and I recommend for all of my clients. These self MFR stretches are the key to your in-between therapy.
The Miracle Ball Method, Revised Edition: Relieve Your Pain, Reshape Your Body, Reduce Your Stress
Break the cycle of pain with the Miracle Ball Method.
"After taking just one of Elaine’s ball therapy classes, I was asymptomatic for the first time in 15 years. I now recommend it to all of my patients."–– Fred Jones, D.C., Sunshine Chiropractic and Wellness, Merrick, NY
The Miracle Ball Method is a revolutionary program designed to help relieve your pain, reshape your body, and reduce your stress. Using controlled breathing, two squishy balls, and simple exercises of rolling and rotating, you can learn to heal everything from a bad knee to a stressed-out back.
Made out of nontoxic PVC vinyl, the balls are sized to tuck under strategic parts of your body. Like magnets, they actually draw out pain and tension.
Includes:
- Two durable Miracle Balls
- 176-page illustrated book with 30 exercises
- Features routines for pain relief, reduced anxiety, and better sleep
Sacral Wedges
- Positioning tool for a variety of chiropractic techniques to correct, strengthen, and stabilize the lumbar spine
- Constructed of a block wedge covered in durable foam and vinyl that's and easy to clean and maintain
- The base has a soft nonskid material that prevents slipping but will not scratch/damage table upholstery
- Sold as a pair
Crystal Cove Home Yoga Pillow Bundle
The Crystal Cove Home Yoga Bundle combines our Yoga Bolster, Meditation Cushion, and Pranayama Pillow. Like all Brentwood Home products, our Yoga Bundle is made with a beautiful combination of natural and non-toxic materials like buckwheat and GOTS certified organic cotton. We keep active lifestyles in mind with box-stitched carry handles for easy transport from home to class, an adjustable fill for unique needs, plus a removable outer cover. The Crystal Cove Collection is a must-have for yogis that prefer to use natural materials in their home, and perfect for any practice.
Strolling Under The Skin Full Video
Strolling Under The Skin Full Video
This is the full Video of "Scrolling under the skin by Dr. Jean-Claude Guimberteau. When you see the intertwining of the tissues and understand the relationship between "fascia" "tensegrity" you will soon understand how important it is to release these areas that may be the cause of rmyofascial restrictions.
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