FAQ’s
What can I expect from a treatment session?
Myofascial Release is gentle and profoundly effective. Clients experience increased physical, mental, and emotional balance in addition to pain relief and improved posture. Treatment sessions include a review of pertinent medical history, visual assessment of posture and movement patterns, and tactile (touch) assessment and treatment of tissues. The technique is hands-on with the client clothed in shorts and t-shirt or sports bra, bathing suit, etc.* Be sure to read Pam V.’s “Myofascial Release Diary” on the Testimonials page for a detailed account of her treatment sessions and remarkable results.
How much treatment will I need?
There is no set number of treatments as it varies with each individual’s needs. Results are often seen immediately following the first treatment. Goals of this therapy include assisting the client in learning self-treatment techniques, as well as education in body mechanics and postural awareness.
Do you treat children?
Yes.
Myofascial Release is a powerful tool to address the unique needs of children with sensory, behavioral, attention, and attachment challenges. Often times these techniques are also helpful in treating chronic symptoms which seem to be vague in origin and have not responded to standard treatments, such as chronic abdominal pain, headaches, fatigue, and insomnia. Tara has a special interest and understanding in this area as a result of her own experience as an adoptive parent.
Can this help me as an athlete, even if I’m not injured?
Yes, because postural imbalances affect performance and can eventually lead to injury. Consider the effect of restrictions on a runner’s gait, or the swing of a golfer or tennis player: range of motion is limited, power is decreased, the body is required to work harder, and alternate musculature is recruited to overcome these inefficiencies. Over time, these alternate areas of the body compensate, and they in turn become tighter and more injury-prone, creating another layer of problems in a self-perpetuating cycle. The Myofascial Release approach finds each of these compensatory layers throughout the body, and corrects posture to increase range of motion, flexibility, power and efficiency. In addition, the emphasis on developing focused physical awareness during treatment increases the athlete’s ability to center and maintain physical awareness during athletic performance.
Is Myofascial Release covered by insurance?
Most insurance companies provide coverage for Occupational Therapy, of which Myofascial Release is a specific treatment method. We will gladly provide you with documentation which you can submit to your insurance company to request reimbursement. A referral from a physician may be necessary if you intend to pursue reimbursement. Please check with your insurance provider regarding the details of your policy.
Cancellation Policy: Kindly give 24 hours notice if you need to cancel or change an appointment. This courtesy allows us to schedule waiting clients. Except in cases of emergency, the cost of the session will be charged without 24 hours advance notice. If you are delayed getting to your appointment, please notify by calling 941.224.5859
How do I schedule an appointment?
By telephone: 941.224.5859
By email: tara@westfloridamfr.com