Myofascial release is a great alternative treatment that is available for patients, It helps to increase mobility and is 100% safe and effective.  A patient receives the myofascial release during their massage.  Unlike a regular massage the myofascial release massage actually breaks up those areas where the tension lies.  The massage therapist uses massage techniques and manipulations to reach the fascia.  Then they use pressure point techniques to break away the tightened areas.  A massage therapist will stretch and relax the muscles before attempting to use the myofascial release on a client.  The client must be relaxed and massaged for several minutes before the myofascial techniques are used.  Myofascial release is a great option for patients with back and neck pain, along with poor posture or even fibromyalgia.  The trigger point myofascial really works on specific areas.  Over time the patient will feel pain relief in the areas that were tight and sore.  Clients are able to see lasting relief.  However, in most cases patients will have to go through a treatment plan before they see results.  Your massage therapist will normally let you know how many times you need to come in and receive the myofascial release.  For some patients that have acute pain, they may only need to be seen once or twice a month.  Clients that have severe issues may need to be seen three to four times a month.  This will depend on the intensity of the pain and the issues at hand.  Myofascial release is not taught to every massage therapist.  You can call your local spa, chiropractic massage clinic, or massage therapy clinic ahead to find out if they do have someone who can perform this treatment.  In most cases you will find Chiropractic massage therapists to have the most knowledge in this treatment.  Spas typically don’t have a lot of massage therapists on board that can perform this.  It’s important to call ahead to ensure you can receive this treatment before visiting you local spa or massage therapy clinic.