Fascial Release Techniques

SI Joint  |  Headache & Neck Pain  |  About the Instructor

This Series presents Steven Goldstein, the founder of Integrative Fascial Release.  Fascial release is a unique blend of myofascial release techniques: autonomic, mechanical, and movement methods. Autonomic methods release muscle guarding, holding patterns and allow for deeper access to fascial structures. This includes the two-pointing method applied across the fascia planes. Mechanical methods attempt to change fascial structures through the application of energy by mechanical pressure, such as static or leverage compression techniques.  Movement methods attempt to re-educate fascial pattern and create tissue changes by positional release.

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SI Joint Dysfunction Treatment Protocols

Steven Goldstein, the founder of Integrative Fascial Release, explores sacroiliac joint dysfunction & lower back pain.

This DVD explores how to create a management plan based on this format, what assessment and special tests to form a working diagnosis, and utilize techniques drawn from Integrated Fascial Release technique: direct and indirect myofascial release, positional release technique PRT, muscle energy technique MET, soft-tissue mobilization techniques for the lumbar spine, pelvis and hip, trigger point and deep tissue massage. This DVD will look at:

1. Common Sources of LBP. 2. Any dysfunction involving the thoracic or lumbar spine, the sacroiliac joint or hip can create low back pain. 3. Structures that contribute to LBP. 4. Piriformis. 5. Sciatic Nerve. 6. Ligaments: long posterior SI, sacrotuberous, sacrospinous.

Inclusions:  * Create a management plan, * Assessment with specific tests demonstrated, *Treatment techniques include positional release, MET and Trigger Point therapy.

Download: Notes from the seminar

Running time: 120 mins

Note: This DVD is Pal format, used in Australia, Asia, UK & NZ. DVD players in the US & Canada may not be able to play it, but can be played on most computers & Laptops.

 Clinical approaches to Tension Headache and Neck Pain

Assessment includes OA Occipital Atlanto & AA Atlanto-Axial ROM, Special tests for tension headache. Techniques will specifically address sub-occipital musculature: rectus capitis posterior major & minor, oblique capitis superior & inferior. Releases for the anterior throat region that includes Suprahyoid & Infrahyoid musculature will also be covered. Additional approaches utilises Integrated Fascia Release technique, positional release technique PRT, muscle energy technique MET, and craniosacral techniques that address fundamental releases for cervical restrictions. The techniques include: Assess soft tissue & range of motion restrictions, Myofascial release of restrictions, Awareness exercises, Golgi Tendon Organ approach, with Pin & Shift technique, PRT, MET, and Deep tissue stripping.

Download: Notes from the seminar

Running time: 120 mins

Note: This DVD is Pal format, used in Australia, Asia, UK & NZ. DVD players in the US & Canada may not be able to play it, but can be played on most computers & Laptops.

Steven Goldstein has been a Licensed Massage Practitioner in Washington State since 1986. He has been teaching and practicing his unique technique known as Integrative Fascial Release since 1995 in Australian and US. It is a blend of Deep Tissue Sculpting, Direct Myofascial Release, Indirect Osteopathic, Energetic Reiki and Somato-Emotional Release. Steve has a Bachelor in Education from Western Washington University, in 1984, and also a Bachelor in Health Sciences in Musculoskeletal Therapy from Australian College of Natural Medicine. Steven currently resides in Melbourne, he blends a playful approach for learning that balances kinesthetic, intuitive and cognitive teaching methods.

See Steve's website: http://fascialrelease.com/