Beginning Myofascial Release DVD
by Sean Riehl
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Actor: Sean RiehlDirector: Sean Riehl
DVD: Region Code 1
Format: Color, Full Screen, NTSC
Running Time: 75 minutes
DVD Release Date: 2005-01-01
Audience Rating: G (General Audience)
Studio: Real Bodywork
DVD Reviews of Beginning Myofascial Release DVD
DVD Review: Fundamentally Important
Summary: 5 Stars
"But why are my shoulders so tight!"
"I have this huge lump in my neck!"
"It feels as if I have wires in my back!"
Don't all therapists hear this every day of their careers? But how many of us can provide a short, clear, easy to understand explanation? Beginning Myofascial Release not only does that but offers a wealth of information and suddenly all these things we learned in our anatomy lessons start making sense. When doing deep work we are told to "do a few nice strokes first" and "do not forget to stretch". Instead of doing it mechanically as a part of a sequence, after watching this DVD, all pieces fell back to place and I can freely integrate myofascial work in my massages.
Un the beginning of the video Sean Riehl introduces himself and begins by pointing out several important theoretical points. He takes his time explaining the structure of soft tissues and pays special attention to the structure and properties of the fascia. A very important point he makes is about the speed and force involved in the work. It is very different from deep tissue massage as all done with very light pressure - there is an extensive section on why this is so fundamentally important.
Next, release techniques are shown and discussed and they include skin rolling, cross-handed stretches, arm/leg pulls and transverse diaphragm releases. Evaluation of tissues and recognizing the places where the fascia is stuck or restricted are also commented on in lenght, followed by a short demonstration. Treatment of scars is the next topic covered, with the related specific techniques.
In the next portion of the video Sean Riehl explains how fascia restrictions in one area of the body can learn to distortions elsewhere as well and how to correct them. The leg and arm pulls are shown with pointers how to test the fascia for restrictions. Then several fascia lines are explained and also the best way to approach and treat them.
Total run time is about 75 minutes and it's packed full with information. Unfortunately, despite its paramount importance, myofascial work isn't covered very well in schools and the only way to learn it is through continuous education. While it can't replace a real workshop, it's a great way to learn the basics for a fraction of the price. It's packed with very useful information, Seal Riehl is a great teacher who is easy to understand and follow. I feel that the $40 I spent on this DVD are a priceless investment.
Even though I'm not confident to add "myofascial release" to "what I do" on my business card, I'm able to integrate it in my bodywork and I've found it to be extremely effective paired with deep tissue massage. As light touch is the key to myofascial work, tissues cannot be damaged and in the worst possible scenario you will just waste the time of your client. Unlike some other DVDs where a more forceful approach is necessary, I felt pretty safe to test any of the techniques suggested in this DVD. I was very pleased with the results.
I also recommend purchasing the Advanced Myofascial Release as it complements the first video and allows for more savings.
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