BODY | THERAPY | MOTION
Soft Tissue Release
and Myofascial Release
Soft tissue release and myofascial release are often recommended when pain is driven by tight, overloaded, or irritated tissue rather than the joints alone.
At BTM Chiropractic, these treatments are used to support patients dealing with chronic muscle tension, restricted movement, postural strain, sports related overload, and recurring soft tissue discomfort.
The focus is not only on relieving tension, but on improving how your body moves and identifying the habits, movement patterns, or training loads that may be contributing to the problem.
UNDERSTANDING YOUR CARE
What is Soft Tissue Release
Soft tissue release is a general term for hands-on treatment that targets muscles, tendons, and other soft tissue structures that have become tight, painful, or restricted.
A variety of different techniques are used such as: Massage, cross friction, active and passive release and fasica tool scraping.
These techniques are used in order to promote blood flow, improve tissue mobility, reduce adhesions and promote overall healing and decrease pain associated with tight or painful muscles.
Treatment may focus on a specific painful area or on the surrounding tissue that is contributing to the problem.
What is Myofascial Release
Myofascial release is a form of soft tissue treatment that focuses on fascia and the surrounding muscle tension that may be contributing to pain, restriction, or a persistent feeling of tightness.
Fascia is a connective tissue that supports and surrounds muscles, joints, and other structures throughout the body. When it becomes irritated, overloaded, or restricted, it can limit movement, increase tension, and contribute to discomfort in both local and surrounding areas.
Myofascial release uses controlled, hands on techniques to reduce these restrictions, improve tissue mobility, and restore more efficient movement. It is often used as part of a broader treatment plan to address both the source of the tension and the way the body is moving overall.
WHAT WE TREAT
We Specialise in a Range of Treatments
Head & Neck
Headaches, migraines, stiff neck, pinched nerve, jaw related pain etc.
Back & Nerves
Upper and lower back pain, poor posture related tension, sciatica, disc herniations, impingement syndromes, scoliosis etc.
Muscles & Injuries
Sprains, strains, sporting injuries, tendonitis, fascial release, muscle and soft tissue related discomfort and spasms
Joint Pain
Shoulder, elbow, hand and wrist, hip, knee, ankle and foot related joint pain.
Soft Tissue Release Techniques Used at BTM Chiropractic
Treatment may involve sustained pressure, guided movement, assisted release work, cross friction massage, instrument assisted soft tissue techniques, and other manual approaches selected based on the area being treated and your specific symptoms.
Instrument assisted soft tissue therapy uses specialised tools to target fascia and muscle restriction, helping to improve tissue mobility and reduce tension where needed.
Your chiropractor may combine soft tissue release with adjustment, dry needling, dry cupping, rehabilitation advice, or movement changes when this is clinically appropriate.
Soft tissue therapy can play an important role in reducing tension and improving how your body moves and feels.
- Relief from chronic muscle tension and tightness
- Improved flexibility and ease of movement
- Support for recovery after strain or overuse
- Reduced discomfort during work, training, and daily activity
- Greater awareness of movement patterns that may contribute to recurring tension
- Improved blood flow and circulation
OUR PRACTICE LOCATION
Our Johannesburg Locations
Both our Sandton and Roodepoort practices provide the same high standard of care and treatment approach. Choose the location most accessible for you to attend consistently.
Sandton
UMED Sandton Medical Suites
134 Grayston Drive, Sandown, Sandton
This branch is convenient for patients in Sandton, Bryanston, Fourways, Sunninghill, Morningside, Sandown, and surrounding areas.
Shockwave therapy is available at the Sandton practice.
WhatsApp: +27 60 738 6886
Practice hours: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Roodepoort
9 Fiona Street, Discovery, Roodepoort
This branch is convenient for patients in Discovery, Randburg, Florida, Constantia Kloof, Kloofendal, Horison, Ruimsig, and nearby suburbs.
Ultrasound therapy is available at the Roodepoort practice.
WhatsApp: +27 60 738 6886
Practice hours: 8:30am to 4:30pm
Conditions Treated
Soft tissue therapy is commonly used to manage conditions related to muscle tension, overload, and restricted movement.
- Neck and shoulder tightness
- Postural related pain
- Overuse related injuries
- Sports related muscle strain
- Lower back tightness and discomfort
- Hip and glute tension
- Persistent soft tissue restriction
Soft Tissue Release FAQ
Some aspects may feel similar, but soft tissue release is more targeted and guided by a clinical assessment. The focus is on addressing specific areas of restriction and the underlying cause of tension.
Treatment can feel tender when tight or irritated tissue is being addressed, but the pressure is always adjusted to a level that is manageable and appropriate for you.
This depends on the cause of the problem, its severity, and how long it has been present. Your chiropractor will guide you on what to expect based on your assessment and response to treatment.
Book Soft Tissue Release in Sandton or Roodepoort
If you are looking for myofascial release or soft tissue therapy in Johannesburg, BTM Chiropractic provides treatment at both our Roodepoort and Sandton practices.
Book your appointment to receive a thorough assessment and a tailored treatment plan designed to reduce tension, improve movement, and support long term recovery.
We are registered with South African medical aids. We ask that you please settle your bill directly after the treatment session and submit your claim directly.