TestimonialsFinally a resource that truly helps to empower my patients. The Myofascial Stretching Book is a
wonderful therapeutic tool that will be a valuable reference for therapists as well as patients. This
easy to use book clearly explains and demonstrates effective use of treatment balls for therapeutic
release of myofascial tissues and structural balance. The innovative way that the authors have
incorporated these concepts into many daily activities makes the approach easy and effective. The
techniques presented are an integral component of a comprehensive manual physical therapy
program.
-Sandra Do, PT, Owner/ Manual Therapy Associates, Inc.
The Self-Treatment Stretching Guide has been a wonderful tool for my patients to use to maintain
the benefits of MFR between treatments. The pictures and detailed instructions provide the clarity
that is needed for the patients to follow through on their home programs. Jill and Brenda did a
great job and the patients are loving it!
-Lorie Legatski, OTR, Owner/Therapeutic Relief, Inc.
I use these Myofascial Stretching exercises for myself, in my Pilates classes, and for all my
personal training clients. Everyone progresses from these techniques.
-Katie Thornhill, BS, C-PT, PTA, CPI, Owner/Personal Pilates Plus, Inc.
Breast cancer and surgeries left my body weak, in pain and not very functional. Despite seeing a
personal trainer and working out regularly with a cancer survivors group, my body became more
constricted and less flexible. My doctor suggested I try Myofascial Release. Jill treated me and
gave me stretches to do, many of which are included in this book. I now have full, pain free range
of motion and my self confidence back. Myofascial Stretching was an important part of my
rehabilitation and still makes a wonderful difference in my life to this day.
-Joan Gitchell, RN, MS, SNP, Retired School Nurse
Myofascial Stretching is a great resource for me to use in between treatment sessions with Brenda.
The step by step instructions and clear photographs are easy to follow at home. I enjoy using these
innovative techniques and I highly recommend this book to family, friends and colleagues.
-Jo Klein, Fiber Artist, Educator
This presentation of Myofascial Stretching is extraordinary. The beauty of it is that one can
facilitate the process almost anywhere from the privacy of their own home, the office, or a serene
beach and experience transformation thru elongation of the very fibers that embrace our soul.
Myofascial Stretching brings one into a deeper connection with body, mind and spirit. I
recommend it for everyone who is fortunate to have it appear in their life. This is truly a gift.
-Janet Nicole Sykora, MA, BSc, OTR, Owner/Medical Professional Connections, Inc.
Certified Indoor Cycling Instructor, AAAI/ISMA
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by John F. Barnes, PTSelf-treatment is a powerful way for patients to enhance their progress while receiving
Myofascial Release (MFR) therapy. After all, it was through exploration in treating my own back
pain that I began to develop the MFR paradigm. In my Myofascial Release Seminars and
Myofascial Release Treatment Centers, we teach self-treatment and encourage therapists and
patients alike to take responsibility for their own healing. While our Myofascial Release
Treatment Centers have developed handouts of individual stretches, until now there has not been
a collection of self-treatment techniques in book form. It is exciting to see this project come to
fruition.
Jill and Brenda are extraordinary therapists of the highest caliber and have done an excellent job
capturing the essence of MFR principles and presenting the stretches with clear photographs and
concise explanations. I envision therapists offering the Myofascial Stretching book to clients as
an important part of their home programs. In addition, people with limited access to an MFR
therapist now have a valuable resource guide to advance their own healing.
It is always a pleasure for a teacher to see his students grow and evolve. I am very proud of Jill
and Brenda for their accomplishments and I highly endorse this book for anyone seeking the
authentic healing that Myofascial Release has to offer.
John F. Barnes, PT
Myofascial Release Treatment Centers and Seminars
The Authors
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