THE THREE LEGS OF

The Three Legs of It is important to note that when the body is traumatized, the mind-body goes into a freeze response. Th is oft en creates a Myofascial Release state of disassociation which can imprint in our mind-body. Th e sympathetic and parasympathetic autonomic nervous system by Mark Smith can become stuck in a state of uncontrolled hyperarousal. Th is hyper state of arous

When using the analogy of a al consumes vast amounts of energy and tripod, we fi nd that the John Myofascial Release suppresses the trauma in our subconscious, F. Barnes Myofascial Release leading to the possible manifestation of dysTechnique has three legs that must be functions such as chronic fatigue syndrome, present and structurally sound for this myofascial pain syndrome, and fi bromyalgia. therapeutic technique to “stand” and work Th e perpetual freeze response over properly. A myofascial release therapist, time manifests holding patterns that give trained in this technique, would use these rise to chronic spasms and restricted legs to ensure the fascial restrictions are released, as well as the repressions that are buried deep in the fascia from life experiences such as trauma, accidents, falls, physical and emotional abuse, etc., 1 . C r o s s - h a n d R e l e a s e 2 . U n w i n d i n g 3 . R e b o u n d i n g fascia that eventually turn into symptoms. Treating the fascial restrictions with this three-legged myofascial release technique reduces the pressure on nerves, tendons, muscles and organs, thereby relieving pain are resolved. Th e three legs are comprised and increasing range of motion. of the cross-hand release, unwinding and Myofascial release is an art form, which rebounding techniques. includes becoming centered in the current Th e fi rst leg, cross-hand release, is a moment. When centered, a therapist can be combination of compression and stretching fully present for the patient. Utilizing their that is applied to fascial restrictions using the direction of ease. Unwinding allows skills and intuition, along with feedback gradual pressure over long periods of time, this combination of stretching and movefrom the client, the therapist is better fi ve to 15 minutes. Th is release technique ment to bring the body back to positions equipped to tune into the body and treat engages the restriction, also called the collagof trauma known as still points. Th ese still ‘what is.’ Th e results take care of themselves. enous barrier, allowing it to soft en or melt. points oft en feel good, and this is where the Th is leads to the second leg, unwindhealing of trauma occurs and where the Mark Smith, owner of My Massage & ing, which is the movement component of body can unconditionally surrender and let Sports Th erapy, specializes in Myofascial myofascial release. Unwinding is similar to go of the physiological memory stored in Release. He off ers a 60-minute introductory the combination of stretching and yawning the restricted fascia. myofascial release special to all new clients many of us do aft er waking in the morn Th e third leg of the tripod is reboundfor only $35. His offi ce is located at 101 N. ing. Th ese movements are like a dance that ing, which uses the body’s fl uids to release Evergreen Rd., in Spokane Valley. For more is being choreographed by the inner self, unconscious holding patterns. Rebounding information or to book an appointment, or our feeling intelligence, which moves in also enhances the body’s ability to reduce call 509-370-2207 or schedule online at the direction of least resistance, also called pain and increase function and awareness. MyMassageSportsTh erapy.com. See ad, page 14. Love Your Skin Love Your Skin

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