Indygo Chiropractic

Soft Tissue & Myofascial Therapy

Soft tissue and myofascial therapy are hands-on treatment approaches designed to improve the health and function of the body’s soft tissues, including muscles, fascia, tendons, ligaments, and skin. Techniques may be applied manually or with the assistance of instruments.

Soft tissue therapy uses a broad range of techniques—such as:

• Massage, specific soft tissue massage (SSTM)

• Instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilisation (IASTM)

• Muscle energy techniques (MET)—to address tension, pain, and movement restrictions.

• Myofascial release is a more specialised technique focused specifically on the fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds and supports muscles, organs, and other structures. It involves gentle, sustained pressure and stretching to reduce fascial restrictions and restore mobility.

While both approaches work with soft tissues, myofascial release targets the fascia directly, whereas soft tissue therapy encompasses a wider variety of tissues and treatment methods.

Technique Application

These therapies are commonly used to address:

• Muscle tension and tightness

• Pain and discomfort

• Reduced movement or flexibility

Myofascial release in particular works to ease fascial tension, while soft tissue therapy may incorporate multiple techniques to address broader muscular and connective tissue issues.

Benefits

Pain Relief:

Muscle tension & adhesions:

Techniques help release knots and adhesions, reducing discomfort.

Inflammation:

Soft tissue work can help calm inflammation in joints and surrounding tissues.

Trigger points:

Myofascial release can deactivate trigger points and reduce referred pain.

Improved Range of Motion & Flexibility

Fascial release:

Targeting fascial layers improves overall mobility and tissue glide.

Muscle stretching:

Soft tissue techniques lengthen tight muscles and enhance flexibility.

Joint function:

Reducing muscular tension allows joints to move more freely.

Enhanced Performance & Recovery

Muscle efficiency:

Releasing restrictions can improve muscular coordination and performance.

Athletic benefits:

Supports injury prevention, faster recovery, and performance enhancement.

Relaxation & Stress Reduction

Slow, gentle techniques help calm the nervous system, reducing stress and promoting relaxation.

Improved Circulation

Enhanced blood flow nourishes tissues and supports natural healing.

Additional Benefits

Reduced spasms and cramps

Improved sleep quality through reduced tension

Scar tissue reduction by improving tissue elasticity

Posture improvement through addressing muscular imbalances

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Joanna Croft Holistics

a year ago

I cannot rate Indygo Chiropractic high enough. The care and attention given by this family run business is exceptional. I always leave feeling both freer in movement and emotionally better. Indy is all about looking after his clients holistically which in this day and age is refreshing and so important. 5 stars isn’t enough!!!

Fi

3 months ago

I posted a 5 star review of Indy's excellent treatment some time ago, but have now decided to update it following a new back problem. I began to develop pain in my lower back about 18 months ago and asked about it at a regular maintainence appointment. Indy treated me with his usual care and attention to detail, but because I was not responding well he suggested I visit my GP.

Arthur Cheung

a month ago

Professional, effective, and truly invested in your health - Indy helped my back and shoulder and definitely knows how to ‘keep me moving’!

Aires Lobo

a year ago

Indy has been looking after me for the past 3 years. The location has lots of parking, easy to get too. Clean and comfortable clinic spaces with pleasant soft music. He keeps all my aches and pains under control which allows me to carry on working as a surgeon. Very professional and caring.

Warren Browning

a year ago

I started seeing Indy in September 2022. I had pain in both knees which was causing me issues with carrying any kind of load, kneeling and running. Sometimes I would even have pain when sitting in a car on long journeys.

Stuart MB

a year ago

Went to see Indy suffering from pain from a broken back a number of months previous and later with tendon pain in my wrist. Indy has been brilliant in diagnosis of the exact nature of my pains, making sure he had a full picture of my health before treating correctly. It wasn’t long before my pains disappeared and I was able to lead my life normally without neck & back pains interfering with it. Highly recommend for his knowledge & skill along with professionalism & attention to detail.