The Fascial Frontier: A Growing Field of Research.
Over the last decade, there has been a significant surge in research on fascia. What used to be thought of as just "wrapping" around our muscles is now seen as a smart, active system that helps with movement, posture, pain, and even how we feel emotionally. Scientists have discovered that fascia has a ton of nerve endings, responds to stress, and is key to keeping our bodies structurally sound.
This growing understanding is changing the game in physical therapy, sports medicine, yoga, and how we think about movement overall. As a practitioner, I keep up with the latest findings so I can offer you approaches that actually work—and are backed by science.
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What is Fascia and Why is Important?
Fascia is the connective tissue that runs all through your body. It wraps around every muscle, bone, organ, nerve, and blood vessel—kind of like a full-body wetsuit or internal scaffolding. When it’s in good shape, fascia helps everything move smoothly and stay supported.
But life takes its toll—things like injuries, repetitive movements, bad posture, inflammation, or even stress can cause fascia to tighten up, dry out, or get stuck. That can lead to stiffness, pain, and weird imbalances in the body—even in places you wouldn’t expect. And since fascial problems don’t show up on MRIs or X-rays, they often get missed.
How Fascial Restrictions Affect your Body
When your fascia gets tight or restricted, it can mess with a lot of things. It might:
Make you feel stiff or sore
Cause tension and pain
Throw off your posture and alignment
Lead to ongoing issues like headaches, back pain, or feeling worn out
Even affect your breathing, digestion, and how your nervous system handles stress
Sometimes you might just feel "off" or tight, even if you’ve been stretching or working out. That’s probably your fascia talking—it usually needs a different kind of attention than your typical stretch or massage.
How I Can Help
The fascia-related part of my work teaches people to utilize science-backed self-myofascial techniques. My sessions combine ball therapy and myofascial release techniques with the Roll Model® Method, utilizing therapy balls of various sizes. I also utilize bolsters, blankets, and blocks for some parts of the body. These tools help release tension, boost hydration in your tissues, and bring back natural movement. I’ll also show you how to use them at home, so you can continue to feel good between sessions. Fascial work is an incredibly effective approach—whether you’re recovering from surgery, an injury, dealing with ongoing discomfort, or simply seeking more fluid, pain-free movement in your daily life.
Breath & Nervous System Support
Breathwork (Pranayama in yoga circles) is key to working with the nervous system. There’s a lot more to it than just breathing 22,000 times a day, though! I can teach you how to utilize your breath to calm your nerves and deal with stress or anxiety. When you slow down and pay attention to your breathing, you can help your body transition out of “fight or flight” mode and into a more relaxed state. That shift can lower your heart rate, ease tension, boost your mood, and help you feel more grounded and at ease.
Myofascial Informed Therapeutic Yoga
With my training in myofascial release and therapeutic yoga, I can help guide you through personalized movement practices that support fascial function and whole-body integration, without pushing or forcing your body.
What You’ll Gain
Relief from chronic tension and pain
Improved posture and movement patterns
Greater body awareness and connection
Tools for self-care and daily stress relief
A sense of ease and balance in your body