Lately I’ve been getting asked lots of questions about Fascial Stretch Therapy aka FST . Everyone is curious about this revolutionary method of stretching. So here I will share with you everything that you need to know.
What is fascial stretch therapy?
Fascia is a connective tissue found everywhere in your body, it surrounds our bones, muscles and our organs. This table based form of assisted stretching focuses on the fascia and and joint capsule to achieve optimal flexibility, performance and pain-relief.
What to expect?
Each session is tailored to meet the individual needs of the client. The therapist will ask specific questions asking about any health issues or complains you may have and then go on to perform a full body assessment. This treatment session is done on a comfortable table while two soft straps are used to hold in one leg while the other leg get moved around. A typical session is 60 minutes.
Is it painful?
Fascial stretch therapy is not painful it is relaxing. Some stretches may feel more intense but will never cause any discomfort.
Who would benefit from fascial stretch therapy?
There are numerous proven benefits and everyone can benefit from fascial stretch therapy. To name a few.
- Athletic performance
- Improve mobility
- Pain reduction
- Stress reduction and better sleep
- Injury rehab and injury prevention
How soon will I notice results?
After the first session you will notice an improvement with your mobility and will feel very relaxed. After 3-5 sessions you should see a significant improvement with pain, stress levels and flexibility.
How often should I get sessions?
Your therapist will create a treatment plan for you tailored to the severity of your issues and your overall goals. Sessions may be more frequent at the beginning and then taper off into more of a maintenance program. As well your therapist may assign you specific exercises to do at home to maintain results.
So now that you know everything there is to know about this revolutionary method of stretching. It’s time for you to book your session and experience these life changing results for yourself.