fascial release therapy

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instanceOf manual therapy technique
gptkbp:alsoKnownAs myofascial release
gptkbp:contraindication open wounds
acute inflammation
gptkbp:controversy effectiveness debated in scientific literature
gptkbp:focusesOn fascia
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label fascial release therapy
gptkbp:involves stretching
manual pressure
gptkbp:originatedIn 20th century
gptkbp:performedBy physical therapists
chiropractors
massage therapists
gptkbp:relatedTo physical therapy
massage therapy
osteopathy
gptkbp:targetAudience athletes
patients with chronic pain
gptkbp:usedFor pain management
improving mobility
treating musculoskeletal dysfunction
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Fascia
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6