Myofascial Release

Course overview

In this online continuing education (CE) course on myofascial release, John Hoffmann, CMT, discusses how myofascial release, a type of deep tissue massage, helps create change in the physical structure of the muscle and fascia to alleviate chronic tension and pain. The video demonstrations are from award-winning DVDs. He demonstrates the strokes and a complete routine for providing myofascial release on the body from head to feet. In addition to written text, video excerpts are included for discussion of the topics and for visual, step-by-step demonstrations of myofascial release techniques. Also included are: benefits and contraindications, tools, draping, and how to address specific complaints. Resources are included for licensing and further information. Visit www.jumozy.com to register. Course Objective: Describe the general purpose of myofascial release Understand the general history of and contributors to myofascial release Describe the two types of myofascial release Define fascia Understand the basic theories behind myofascial release List eight benefits of myofascial release List four contraindications for myofascial release Describe the parts of the hands and arms used in myofascial release Describe how to use the hands and arms to perform different strokes Perform a warm-up on the client in preparation for myofascial release Perform myofascial release on the posterior side of the body Perform myofascial release on the anterior side of the body Define 45 terms relevant to myofascial release