Myofascial Release

07 May
2020
Lumbar Spine & Low Back Pain, Musculoskeletal System, Myofascial Release, Sciatica, Videos
By André Broussard, D.C.

Sciatic Nerve Release – Motion Specific Release – Video

From the YouTube Website:  In this video Dr. Abelson demonstrates some of the Motion Specific Release (MSR) procedures we use to release the Sciatic Nerve. Symptoms of sciatica can be caused by disc herniation, foraminal stenosis, spinal stenosis, or entrapment of the sciatic nerve. Fortunately, most cases of Sciatica do NOT require Surgery, as long […]

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04 May
2020
Acupuncture, Cervical Spine & Neck Pain, Chronic Pain, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exercise & Rehab, Fibromyalgia, Headache, Laser, Lumbar Spine & Low Back Pain, Massage, Meditation, Mindfulness, Musculoskeletal System, Myofascial Release, Osteoarthritis, Pain, Physical Modalities, Psychiatric, Spinal Manipulation/Mobilization, Tension Headache, Yoga
By André Broussard, D.C.

Noninvasive Nonpharmacological Treatment for Chronic Pain: A Systematic Review Update [Internet].

Editors Skelly AC, Chou R, Dettori JR, Turner JA, Friedly JL, Rundell SD, Fu R, Brodt ED, Wasson N, Kantner S, Ferguson AJR. Source Rockville (MD): Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (US); 2020 Apr. Report No.: 20-EHC009. AHRQ Comparative Effectiveness Reviews. Structured Abstract Objectives: We updated the evidence from our 2018 report assessing persistent […]

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30 Jan
2019
Myofascial Release, Thoracic Spine
By André Broussard, D.C.

Immediate biomechanical, systemic, and interoceptive effects of myofascial release on the thoracic spine: A randomised controlled trial

Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies January 2019 Volume 23, Issue 1, Pages 74–81 Ellie Cathcart Abstract Background Myofascial release (MFR) is used to restore tissue extensibility of the fascia tissue and is considered to be useful in a number of clinical settings such as low back pain, ankle injuries, fibromyalgia, and headaches. There is, […]

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09 May
2017
Chronic Low Back Pain, Lumbar Spine & Low Back Pain, Musculoskeletal System, Myofascial Release
By André Broussard, D.C.

Effects of Myofascial Release in Nonspecific Chronic Low Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial

Arguisuelas, María D. PT, PhD Spine: 1 May 2017 – Volume 42 – Issue 9 – p 627–634 doi: 10.1097/BRS.0000000000001897 Randomized Trial Study Design. Double-blind, randomized parallel sham-controlled trial with concealed allocation and intention-to treat analysis. Objective. To investigate the effects of an isolate myofascial release (MFR) protocol on pain, disability, and fear-avoidance beliefs in […]

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12 Jun
2014
Myofascial Release, Physical Modalities
By André Broussard, D.C.

Effectiveness of myofascial release: systematic review of randomized controlled trials

M.S. Ajimsha, MPT, ADMFT, PhD Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies Summary Introduction Myofascial release (MFR) is a form of manual therapy that involves the application of a low load, long duration stretch to the myofascial complex, intended to restore optimal length, decrease pain, and improve function. Anecdotal evidence shows great promise for MFR as […]

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14 May
2014
Acupuncture, Dry Needling, Laser, Muscle, Musculoskeletal System, Myofascial Release, Myofascial Trigger Points, Physical Modalities, Shoulder
By André Broussard, D.C.

Myofascial origin of shoulder pain: A literature review

Stanislav Sergienko, BPT, Leonid Kalichman, PT, PhD Published Online: May 14, 2014 Summary Background Shoulder pain is a common problem imposing a considerable burden on the affected person and society. Since interventions targeting traditional musculoskeletal conditions are usually only moderately effective, myofascial origin can be suggested as an alternative possible source of shoulder pain. Objectives […]

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13 Apr
2014
Chronic Low Back Pain, Lumbar Spine & Low Back Pain, Musculoskeletal System, Myofascial Release, Physical Modalities
By André Broussard, D.C.

Effectiveness of Myofascial release in the management of chronic low back pain in nursing professionals

Journal of Bodywork and Movement Therapies April 2014 Volume 18, Issue 2, Pages 273–281 M.S. Ajimsha, MPT, ADMFT, PhD Summary Objective To investigate whether Myofascial release (MFR) when used as an adjunct to specific back exercises (SBE) reduces pain and disability in chronic low back pain (CLBP) in comparison with a control group receiving a […]

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