Myofascial Release Lessens Pain and Anxiety in Fibromyalgia Patients

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Myofascial Release Lessens Pain and Anxiety in Fibromyalgia Patients

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Fibromyalgia, a chronic pain condition characterized by generalized pain, joint rigidity, intense fatigue, sleep alterations, headache, spastic colon, craniomandibular dysfunction, anxiety and depression, brings many clients to massage and other types of touch therapy. New research shows myofascial release, a type of touch therapy that releases connective-tissue restrictions, can improve anxiety levels, quality of sleep, pain and quality of life in fibromyalgia patients.

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massagemag.com — “Massage therapy and other touch therapies, including craniosacral and myofascial release, have been found through research to reduce pain, anxiety and stiffness associated with fibromyalgia. A new study shows that a health care program that included massage therapy, ischemic pressure on the 18 tender points, aerobic exercise and thermal therapy resulted in significant improvement in overall health perception, social functioning, grip strength and a walking test among fibromyalgia patients.View full resource at massagemag.com

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massagemag.com — “Massage therapy and other touch therapies, including craniosacral and myofascial release, have been found through research to reduce pain, anxiety and stiffness associated with fibromyalgia. A new study shows that a health care program that included massage therapy, ischemic pressure on the 18 tender points, aerobic exercise and thermal therapy resulted in significant improvement in overall health perception, social functioning, grip strength and a walking test among fibromyalgia patients.View full resource at massagemag.com

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