What is fascial stretch therapy?
Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) is a traction-based therapy that assists with prevention, performance and recovery in all levels of movement. Focusing on the fascia (connective tissues) helps with the balancing of gait as well as the elimination of chronic pain. Whether the client is a non-athlete or a professional, achieving optimal flexibility will allow for an increase of strength and decrease the possibility of future injuries.
Targets fascial components deep inside joint capsules, ligaments, tendons and muscles as well as all other connective tissues.
Gets joint capsules open by decompressing the joint.
Helps gain optimal mobility of
the joint capsule.
Releases adhesions in joint capsules
and other connective tissues.
Eliminates jamming of joint while stretching.
Dramatically helps the effectiveness of ROM increases and flexibility gains.
BENEFITS OF FASCIAL STRETCH THERAPY
Improves posture
Promotes physical and mental relaxation
Reduces the risk of injury, especially sprains
Reduces or eliminates chronic pain
Promotes muscular development & body awareness
Reduces muscular tension and soreness
Increases balance & symmetry of the body
Releases chemicals, known as endorphins, that act as a natural pain suppressant
Optimizes the learning, practice, and performance of many types of skilled movements
Whether you are looking to improve your athletic performance, find relief for chronic pain, or want to build your stamina and mobility, Fascial Stretch Therapy can help. This type of therapy can be beneficial for people young and old including athletes, people recovering from injuries, surgeries, or chronic pain, aging adults looking to maintain or increase flexibility, or individuals battling mental health issues.
ABOUT THE THERAPIST
MADISON MATHEWS, MS, OTR/L
Master of Science in Occupational Therapy
Fascial Stretch Therapy, Level 1
Madison is a highly skilled and knowledgeable therapist. With her Level One certification in Fascial Stretch Therapy, she is equipped with the knowledge to ease pain, speed up athletic recovery and increase mobility. As a board certified Occupational Therapist since 2016, she also works in multiple rehabilitation hospitals focusing on adult sub-acute care. She specializes and has additional hours of training and focus in mobility, recovery, and retraining. Madison is an avid runner and highly active mother of two, so she understands the busy and athletic lifestyle.