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Visiting Mayo Clinic | Last Active: Mar 21, 2023 | Replies (110)Comment receiving replies
@jenniferhunter Just want to give an update on my son and MFR (Myofascial Release Therapy) . Yesterday, he spoke to his Physical Therapist about MFR. Unfortunately, MFR won't work so well, due to the location of my son's scar tissue. His scar tissue is under his L5/S1 vertebrae, so MFR access is near impossible. However, the good news is the PT recommended specific long hold (5-10 minutes each) stretching exercises to reshape/remold the fascial scar tissue. My son will try this. Thanks again for your information! It has led to additional pain reducing solutions for my son.
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@bjgwellness The long hold is exactly how myofascial release works with a gentle stretch. It also can wrap around different places and from side to side. I can feel the MFR tingling stretch go all the way to my ankles when my therapst is working in my neck or chest. Some PT's think of stuff like cupping as MFR and it does stretch fascia, but a little more aggressively. Whatever works is great. Yoga is also a way to stretch fascia when you hold the poses. I'm glad you found something that helps. Thank you for the update!