The fascia is a three-dimensional, whole-body system which supports and protects the spine, the brain, and the craniosacral system, as well as every muscle, nerve, bone, joint, blood vessel, organ, and cell in the entire body.

Restrictions are created when the fluid aspect of the fascia called the “matrix” solidifies as a result of physical injury, inflammation, surgery, mental stress, emotional trauma, poor posture, or repetitive strain.  Restrictions can be as strong as 2000 lbs/in², significantly interfering with the function of pressure-sensitive structures and vital organs.  These restrictions do not appear on standardized tests like x-rays or MRI's.  As the body is forced to adapt to unresolved restrictions, abnormal motion and postures develop.  Over time, this causes pain, weakness, inflammation, or malfunction throughout the body, sometimes with bizarre or seemingly unrelated symptoms.

MFR is quite different than traditional physical therapy or massage.  In order to soften restrictions in the matrix via the physics of the peizoelectric effect, MFR uses a range of treatment pressures like those in deep-tissue body-work, scar release, accupressure, gentle massage, craniosacral, and energy work -- all without forcing any barrier.  These inherently safe but powerful techniques facilitate the body’s natural ability to “unwind”, and release subconscious neuro-muscular guarding patterns.  In this way, the body, nervous system, and mind reintegrate--resulting in meaningful, measurable and functional improvement.