Fascia Stretch Therapy ™
What is Fascia and Fascia Stretch Therapy?
Fascia is a general term that refers to the body's connective tissue.
Fascia forms a three-dimensional matrix of structural support throughout the body, It surrounds and penetrates all organs, muscles, bones and nerve fibres. Anywhere there is fascia; there is potential for movement and glide.
Fascia is also considered the largest sensory organ in the body. It responds to emotions, fear and stress by creating tension as needed.
In essence the body always keeps the score!
How does our fascia get tight?
When we create conditions for poor movement patterns, stress and lack of hydration our fascia loses its ability to glide freely. This is felt as tightness or restriction. Since fascia is a body-wide matrix, fascial tightness in one area, can directly affect other areas of the body.
What is Fascia Stretch Therapy?
FST for short is a table-based therapeutic assisted stretching system.
We incorporate breathing patterns with gentle movement, traction and stretching. In essence, we tune into the nervous system to allow the body to let go of restrictions.
An understanding of myofacial lines (how the fascia is organized and interconnected) forms the basis of FST. It is a whole body approach that achieves improved range of motion without pain. We work both superficially and deep into the joint capsule, depending on your body.
Pain relief is more gentle than with other modalities which focus on specific muscles alone.
The ultimate goal of Fascia Stretch Therapy is to re-tension the entire body by easing restrictions and enhancing strength. A full body stretch reduces pain and increases a feeling of wellbeing, while also improving muscle tone and function.
Features of FST
- Manipulates, lengthens, re-aligns and re-organizes your fascia
- Pain-free myofascial release
- Increases joint space
- Eliminates trigger points
- Improves muscle activation & relaxation
- Improves flexibility on the first session & becomes cumulative with multiple sessions
- Downregulates the nervous system
Benefits of FST
- Improved posture & functional ability to do what you couldn’t do before
- Reduces stress
- No pain allows you to finally enjoy a quality life
- Restoration of normal joint space is anti-aging at its best – youthful movement without pain!
- Makes all the difference in sports performance
- Reduces injuries so you can get on with your goals in fitness, recreation & sports
LifeStretch® Classes
LifeStretch is the closest you can get to FST in a group setting.
Lifestretch is a functional mobility and stretch class that is based on progressions through entire myofascial chains. Instead of "holding" poses like in other classes, we gently ease through movement restrictions. There is no right or wrong pose or feeling like it's a competition. LifeStretch is designed to be truly unique for each participant. Each person experiences LifeStretch as if it was designed specifically for them. Participants leave the class feeling free, balanced and relaxed.
Feel the Freedom!
Look for our next cohort of classes, returning soon!