Myofascial Release: A Potentially Misleading Name

In this episode we breakdown the science behind Myofascia Release, the claims that are made, and what the science actually says. I also touch on two areas that are commonly foam rolled, and my opinions on that, as well as how I use MFR clinically.

0:00 Intro

1:02 Claim 1: Foam Rolling Reduces Pain

13:22 Claim 2: MFR Melts Fascia Or Muscle Knots

21:09 Claim 3: MFR Improves Recovery

23:20 Long Term Benefits of MFR

28:04 Releasing the Psoas and IT Band

32:28 How I Use MFR

(Note: At 3:20 I say "lowering Pain Pressure Threshold" and that should say "INCREASING Pain Pressure Threshold")

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