Manual & Myofascial Release

Manual and myofascial release therapy is hands-on treatment designed to restore mobility, reduce muscle guarding, and improve tissue flexibility. It targets tight or restricted soft tissues that limit normal motion. The therapy is always combined with active progressions and exercises to ensure lasting results. Learn about additional non-surgical options on our Non-Surgical Treatments.

This treatment helps patients experiencing muscle spasm, joint stiffness, or soft-tissue restriction that slows recovery in therapy. It’s ideal when tightness or capsular limitations prevent normal motion. If nerve compression or a mechanical block is suspected, related procedures such as an Epidural Injection or arthroscopy may be more appropriate.

The therapy uses precise joint and soft-tissue techniques that improve flexibility and reduce tension. Each session includes immediate follow-up exercises to reinforce gains. Simple home drills are also assigned for continued progress. This integrated approach helps patients move more efficiently and maintain mobility between sessions. For related rehabilitation methods, visit our Physical Therapy section.

Mild soreness is common as muscles and tissues adapt to increased mobility. However, improvements in range of motion and comfort typically appear the same week. If functional gains do not follow, the treatment plan is quickly adjusted. This ensures consistent progress without unnecessary visits. Learn about how this fits into Comprehensive Rehab Plans.

Manual therapy creates mobility—exercise preserves it. By combining hands-on release with structured physical therapy progressions, improvements are reinforced through movement and strength. If pain or stiffness resists change, targeted options in Injections & Ablations may help unlock further progress. The goal is measurable, lasting improvement—not temporary relief.

Manual and myofascial release is one part of a comprehensive, non-surgical care model. It’s often used early in rehabilitation to improve flexibility, prepare muscles for strengthening, and speed functional recovery. When paired with guided exercise, it helps patients transition from pain relief to active performance. Learn more about our expert care team on the Team.