Fascial Stretch Therapy
Unlock your body’s potential with Fascial Stretch Therapy
How can Fascial Stretch Therapy Help you?
Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) is beneficial because it targets the fascia, the connective tissue surrounding muscles, bones, and joints. Unlike traditional stretching, FST focuses on increasing flexibility and mobility through gentle, assisted stretches. Here are some reasons why you might need FST:
1. Improve Mobility: FST helps improve joint and muscle flexibility, which can enhance your range of motion and movement efficiency.
2. Relieve Pain and Tension: If you’re experiencing tightness or discomfort, FST can help release tension, improve circulation, and reduce muscle soreness.
3. Injury Prevention: Regular sessions can help reduce the risk of injury by maintaining healthy tissue elasticity and movement patterns.
4. Improve Performance: For athletes or anyone engaged in regular physical activity, FST can help optimize performance by improving mobility and reducing the risk of imbalances or overuse injuries.
5. Promote Recovery: FST accelerates recovery by improving blood flow, reducing muscle tightness, and aiding in the removal of metabolic waste from muscles.
6. Stress Relief: By improving relaxation and relieving tension in the body, FST can also reduce overall stress and promote better mental well-being.
“Strength Comes from Training, but True Progress Lies in Recovery”
Training is essential for building strength, improving performance, and reaching your fitness goals, but it’s recovery that truly accelerates your progress.
Recovery is where your body repairs, rebuilds, and adapts, allowing you to come back stronger, more resilient, and ready for your next challenge. Without proper recovery, your progress can plateau, and the risk of injury increases.
At Locomotion Lifestyle, we emphasize a balanced approach—combining effective training with intentional recovery strategies like Fascial Stretch Therapy, mobility work, and stress management. When both are prioritized, you’ll see sustainable results, perform at your best, and continue progressing without burnout or setbacks.
Fascial Stretch Therapy FAQ’s
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Wear comfortable, stretchy clothing like athletic wear or yoga attire. Avoid restrictive clothing, zippers, or belts to allow unrestricted movement during the session.
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Unlike static stretching, FST focuses on the entire fascial system and joint capsules, using gentle, dynamic movements to create lasting improvements in flexibility and mobility.
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FST is designed to be gentle and relaxing. Your therapist works within your comfort zone to ensure the session is effective without causing pain.
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We understand that life can be unpredictable! If you need to reschedule or cancel your Fascial Stretch Therapy session, we kindly ask for 48-hour notice to accommodate both the therapist’s schedule and our space availability.
Cancellations or reschedules made within 24 hours of your appointment will incur the full session charge. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain an efficient schedule for all clients.
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No, Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) is not covered by provincial health insurance (OHIP) or most extended health benefits in Ontario.
Clients may want to check with their insurance provider to see if it can be reimbursed through a Health Savings Account (HSA) or Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
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