What Is Fascia, IASTM or Cupping, and Can They Ease Stiffness? | South Edmonton
Tight fascia and old injuries can leave areas feeling stiff long after they heal. Here is how IASTM, myofascial work and cupping may help.
What is fascia and why does it feel tight?
Fascia is the connective tissue that wraps your muscles. It can feel tight after injury, inactivity or repetitive movements. Myofascial work by a Manual Osteopathic therapist or IASTM may help it feel more flexible.
Book: MOT 60 min Follow-up: Full body Myofascial Remodelling ($135) or IASTM: 60 min (Multiple & Big Areas) ($115)
What is IASTM (instrument-assisted soft tissue therapy)?
IASTM uses smooth, specially designed tools to work on tight muscles and fascia. It's often used for areas like the forearms, calves, feet and IT band, and sessions are booked by the number and size of areas.
Book: IASTM: 30 min (1-2 Small-Med Area) ($75) or IASTM: 45 min (3-4 Small / 2-3 Med Area) ($100) or IASTM: 60 min (Multiple & Big Areas) ($115)
My old injury healed but the area still feels stiff. What helps?
After an injury, the surrounding tissue can stay tight. IASTM or myofascial remodelling with a Manual Osteopathic therapist may help improve comfort and movement. Make sure the injury is fully healed or cleared by your doctor.
Book: IASTM: 60 min (Multiple & Big Areas) ($115) or MOT 60 min Follow-up: Full body Myofascial Remodelling ($135)
Does cupping help with stiffness?
Cupping uses suction to lift and loosen muscle and fascia, which many people find helps with stiffness. Try dynamic cupping massage by an RMT or a gua sha and fire cupping combination by an acupuncturist.
Book: Dynamic Cupping 60 mins ($125) or Gua Sha and Fire Cupping Combination ($85)
Ready to feel better? Book online at massagesquare.janeapp.com or call Massage Square in South Edmonton at 825.401.4456. We direct bill most major insurance providers. Prices are from our online booking system and do not include GST.