Self-Myofascial Release: Trunk & Vertebral Column

Course overview

Self-Myofascial Release: Trunk & Vertebral Column explores the anatomy of the muscles in the neck, chest, and lower back that are commonly sites of fascial restrictions. Discover potential conditions stemming from dysfunction within these muscles and learn a variety of self-myofascial release (SMFR) techniques aimed at alleviating pain or restriction in the muscles of these body regions. Learn the skills needed to safely and effectively apply SMFR to the neck, thorax, and lower back, utilizing a variety of tools. Explore how to execute static compression and dynamic release techniques tailored to the suboccipital muscles and sternocleidomastoid, the pectoral muscles, and many muscles of the lower back. Where it is within the massage and manual therapist's scope of practice, this skill set can be taught to patients for their own self-care, fostering increased patient function, satisfaction, and retention.