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What exactly is myofascial release therapy? Are you trying to find a remedy for a debilitating problem such as low back pain, whiplash or frozen shoulder – one that doesn’t require medication or a strenuous bone-setting session (the traditional Chinese method of die da)? If so, you might want to consider myofascial release massage and bodywork, an alternative treatment that’s been making waves in recent years. You can experience this massage therapy service in the comfort of your own home with Singapore’s therapeutic home massage service, Earth Body. First, what exactly is myofascial release? “Myofascial release is about working on the layers of your fascia tissue, the tough membranes that support and surround nerves, muscles, blood vessels, bones and other organs in your body,” explains Sasha, the founder of Earth Body. “It’s about manual pressure and a lot of stretching.” “My work with myofascial release is all about lengthening the fascia tissue and opening things up. I work a lot with gravity, using it to my advantage. The various techniques address different issues such as whiplash, sciatica, plantar fasciitis, rounded shoulder and many more. Every session is unique. It also depends on what the body needs. Even if the same person [...]
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