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Waking the Tiger: Healing Trauma
By Peter A. Levine, Ann Frederick
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Myofascial Release Tools

No matter what type of ball you use or where you place it, the approach remains the same. On a hard floor, use a yoga mat or blanket for comfort. Find an area of tightness, place the ball beneath it, and breathe. Allow your body to soften and release naturally - without forcing. Stay on the spot for 3-5 minutes, giving your tissue time to respond. Patience is key—true release happens when you slow down.

Videos

Timeless Treasures from John F. Barnes

John F. Barnes, PT: Pioneer and Grandfather of Myofascial Release

John F. Barnes, PT, is the pioneer, and the grandfather of Myofascial Release (MFR)—a therapy that has revolutionized pain treatment and structural healing. Since 1960, he has been treating patients and, since the 1970s, has trained over 100,000 therapists and physicians in his highly successful Myofascial Release Approach®.

Recognized as one of the most influential figures in the therapeutic profession, Barnes was featured in Massage Magazine’s “Stars of the Century” for his groundbreaking contributions.

For over 25 years, he has been a featured speaker at the American Back Society symposiums, an organization comprised of neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, psychiatrists, therapists, and TMJ specialists, dedicated to advancing healthcare.

Through his dedication to teaching and innovation, Barnes has profoundly influenced physical therapy, chiropractic care, massage therapy, and medicine, shaping a more holistic approach to understanding and treating the fascial system.

John F. Barnes Fireside Chat

Part 1: This brief excerpt comes from a Fireside Chat featuring John F. Barnes, PT—the visionary behind the groundbreaking John F. Barnes' Myofascial Release Approach™. The conversation opens with a short introduction by Richard Harty, PT.

John F. Barnes Fireside Chat

Part 2: In this segment he describes Rebounding and covers some reasons why some people don't heal.

Myofascial Self Unwinding

John Barnes PT Demonstrates: The Healing Power of Self-Myofascial Unwinding.

Myofascial unwinding is a key component of the Myofascial Release approach, involving the body's natural ability to self-correct through movement facilitation. Witness John Barnes, PT, demonstrate how this transformative technique can unlock your body's potential for pain relief and restoration.

🔎 Video: The Science Behind Myofascial Release

This short video reveals recent scientific discoveries that highlight its critical role in mobility, pain, and healing.

Studies show that after three minutes of sustained pressure, fascial tissue produces interleukins, crystalline proteins that activate the body's anti-inflammatory response. However, excessive force can reduce this effect. This is why the Barnes Approach® never forces the tissue but instead applies moderate, sustained pressure until the fascia naturally releases.

🔎 Video: A New Understanding of Fascia: Its Vital Role in Health and Movement

Dr. Jean-Claude Guimberteau, a French surgeon and researcher, has transformed our understanding of fascia with his groundbreaking video, Strolling Under the Skin. Using high-magnification imaging, he reveals fascia as a continuous, living system, not the rigid, separate layers once depicted in traditional anatomy. Instead, fascia is a highly elastic, ever-adapting matrix that plays a crucial role in movement, flexibility, and overall health.

This modern perspective on fascia explains why lasting pain relief requires a different approach - one that works with fascia’s natural properties rather than forcing change.

🔎 Video:Feel the pain. Look elsewhere for the cause.

🔎 JFB Myofascial Release (MFR) therapist Sally Morris demonstrates how restrictions in the fascial system can limit mobility and create pain—often in areas far from the original source. Injury, repetitive movements, surgery, or inflammation can cause the fascia to tighten and harden over time. These restrictions may not show up right away; symptoms can appear months or even years later, making the root cause feel mysterious or unrelated.