Myofascial balance
Seminar Program Overview
In this Myofascial Release (MFR) seminar, participants develop skills in palpation, sensing physiological and anatomical barriers in tissues, and perceiving various body rhythms.
This is a foundational seminar that lays the groundwork for all subsequent topics in osteopathy.
4 Core MFR Approaches
The seminar covers 4 primary approaches to myofascial release:
Direct Directive: Working with dense, rigid structures.
Direct Gentle: Deep yet delicate relaxation of the fascia.
Local: Painless and effective elimination of trigger points.
Indirect: A gentle and highly effective bodywork method.
Benefits and Clinical Integration
These techniques seamlessly integrate into classical or therapeutic massage, enhancing its overall effectiveness. Patients experience rapid relief, pain reduction, and deep relaxation:
Effective Pain Management: Significantly more effective than classical massage while requiring less physical exertion from the therapist.
Pronounced Lymphatic Drainage Effect: Considerably stronger than traditional lymphatic drainage or anti-cellulite massage.
Edema Reduction: Effective elimination of swelling.
Painless Trigger Point Therapy: Pain-free and results-driven treatment.
Limb Mobilization in Contractures: Working with contractures and other fibrotic processes.
Scar and Adhesion Work: Reducing their impact on overall body biomechanics.
Approach Details
Direct Directive Approach: Addressing contractures, fibrotic restrictions, scars, and adhesions.
Direct Gentle Approach: Addressing fibrotic restrictions softly and slowly; effective reprogramming of myotonic (myofascial) syndromes.
Indirect Gentle Approach: Very delicate reprogramming of myotonic (myofascial) syndromes.
Additional Topics Covered
Diagnostics of myofascial dysfunctions and restrictions.
Introduction to cranial osteopathy and somatoemotional release.
Part 2: Advanced Anatomy & Techniques
Part 2 of the MFR seminar goes deeper, covering specific anatomical regions and structures:
Thoracolumbar junction and diaphragm
Lumbar fascia (L4–L5–S1)
Scapula and interscapular region
Sacrospinous ligaments
Sacrotuberous ligaments
Sacrum, L4–L5 vertebrae, and pelvic floor diaphragm
Pelvis
Thoracic diaphragm and mediastinum
Thoracoabdominal diaphragm
Ligaments, liver, and ribs
Pectoralis major/minor muscles and subclavicular area
Superior thoracic aperture (thoracic outlet)
Posterior neck region
Neck and thoracic cage
Dura mater
C1–C2–C3 vertebrae and mandible
Suboccipital region and hyoid bone
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ)
Occipital region