Fascial Therapy
Explore how fascial therapy can be a valuable addition to your massage therapy practice.
What is Fascia?
According to Taber's Cyclopedic Medical Dictionary, fascia is defined as "a fibrous membrane covering, supporting, and separating muscles. It also unites the skin with underlying tissue. Fascia may be superficial, a nearly subcutaneous covering permitting free movement of the skin, or it may be deep, enveloping and binding muscles."
Fascia provides structure and support throughout your body. It holds your muscles together, which allows them to contract and stretch. It provides a smooth surface for your muscles, joints and organs to slide against each other without creating any friction or tears.
Benefits of Fascial Therapy
Fascial therapy is a valuable addition to any massage therapy practice. It can enhance client outcomes and support a thriving business by addressing:
- Postural inefficiencies
- Movement dysfunction
- Scar tissue mobility
- Athletic performance and recovery
- And more
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Fascial Therapy Online CE Courses
Fascial Therapy: The Science of Fascia
$60 members / $100 non-members 4 CE credits
Get a detailed introduction to fascial therapy and discover how to integrate this technique into your skillset. Find out how fascia works and which types of health conditions can benefit from fascial therapy.
Fascial Therapy: Benefits and Contraindications
$45 members / $75 non-members 3 CE credits
Take an in-depth look at the many benefits of fascial therapy for your clients, and the important contraindications. Explore how to incorporate assessments into your massage practice.
Fascial Therapy: Techniques for Massage Therapists
$60 members / $100 non-members 4 CE credits
Fascial therapy is a complex approach—explore how to select the appropriate techniques to meet your client's health goals. Review anatomy and the individual methods you can add to your massage practice.
Hands-On Workshop
Fundamentals of Fascial Therapy
Get hands-on experience learning the practical applications of fascial therapy. Explore various styles, techniques and philosophies of fascial therapy, and the related physiological responses of both the fascia and the rest of the body while earning 6 CE credits.
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