Myofascial Release & Soft Tissue Therapy in Saginaw, TX
Myofascial release and other soft tissue techniques are hands-on treatments used to address muscles and surrounding soft tissues that may be tight, tender, or contributing to restricted movement.
At Saginaw Chiropractic & Rehab, soft tissue therapy may be incorporated into an individualized treatment plan alongside chiropractic adjustments, therapeutic exercise, and other treatments based on each patient's examination findings and goals.
What Is Myofascial Release?
Fascia is connective tissue that surrounds and supports muscles and other structures throughout the body. Myofascial release refers to hands-on techniques that apply pressure or movement to muscles and surrounding fascial tissues.
The amount of pressure, technique, and area treated can vary depending on the patient's symptoms, examination findings, and comfort.
Rather than treating every area of muscle tightness the same way, our doctors determine which soft tissue techniques may be appropriate for the individual patient.
Why Is Soft Tissue Therapy Used?
Muscles and other soft tissues can become sore, tight, or sensitive following injury, repetitive activity, exercise, changes in movement, or periods of decreased activity.
Soft tissue therapy may be incorporated into treatment when patients are experiencing concerns such as:
Muscle tightness or soreness
Areas of muscular tenderness
Restricted or uncomfortable movement
Neck and shoulder tension
Back and hip tightness
Sports and exercise-related muscle soreness
Soft tissue discomfort following certain injuries
Having muscle tightness or pain does not automatically mean myofascial release is necessary. Our doctors evaluate the area and determine which treatments are appropriate for your individual condition.
How Does Soft Tissue Therapy Fit With Chiropractic Care?
Joint movement and surrounding soft tissues can both contribute to how an area feels and functions.
Chiropractic adjustments may be used to address restricted joint movement, while myofascial release or other soft tissue techniques may be used to address surrounding muscle tightness, tenderness, or movement restrictions.
Depending on your condition, therapeutic exercise may also be incorporated to improve strength, mobility, stability, and movement.
Not every patient requires all of these treatments. Your doctor determines which combination is appropriate based on your individual examination.
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Both treatments may be used to address soft tissues, but they use different approaches.
Myofascial release and other manual soft tissue techniques involve the provider directly applying pressure or movement to the tissues.
Cupping therapy uses specialized cups to create suction against the skin and superficial tissues.
Depending on the patient's needs, our doctors may recommend manual soft tissue therapy, cupping, or another treatment approach.
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Before performing soft tissue therapy, your provider will identify the areas being treated and determine which technique may be appropriate.
Treatment may involve targeted pressure, movement, stretching, or other hands-on techniques. The amount of pressure and treatment approach can be modified according to your comfort and response.
Soft tissue therapy may be performed during the same visit as chiropractic adjustments or therapeutic exercise when appropriate.
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Myofascial release and soft tissue therapy may not be appropriate for every patient or every condition.
Certain injuries, skin conditions, medical conditions, medications, recent surgeries, or other health factors may affect whether a particular soft tissue technique is appropriate.
Our doctors consider your health history, symptoms, and examination findings when determining which treatments to include in your care.
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Myofascial release and soft tissue therapy typically involve pressure being applied to specific muscles or areas of soft tissue.
Depending on the technique, you may feel pressure, stretching, or tenderness in the area being treated. The amount of pressure can be modified based on the tissue being treated and your comfort.
Soft tissue treatment does not need to be excessively painful to be effective. Patients should communicate with their provider if a technique feels uncomfortable.
Myofascial Release in Saginaw, TX
Saginaw Chiropractic & Rehab provides myofascial release and other soft tissue treatments as part of individualized chiropractic and rehabilitative care.
If you're experiencing muscle tightness, soreness, discomfort, or restricted movement, our doctors can evaluate your condition and determine whether myofascial release or another soft tissue treatment may be appropriate for you.