QSMT-Class

Fascia is a thin connective tissue layer that wraps around every muscle, bone, and organ. Fascia keeps other anatomical tissue in place and shape. Recently, structures resembling the meridians of traditional Chinese medicine have been located in the fascia.

In this class a simple, effective, pain free Myofascial release technique is presented. Results of this technique can immediately be observed in increased flexibility and range of motion, and reduced pain in affected areas. Applying this technique prior to deep tissue massage or sports massage yields better, faster and longer lasting results.

Basic Principle: why and how does this method work?

The outermost layer of fascia directly beneath the skin is effectively comparable to a full body suit. Tension and distortions in this body suit from everyday life, age, trauma, and scarring can result in decreased flexibility and range of motion.
Generally we are not aware of how much of our decreased flexibility and range of motion can be attributed to tension in the outermost layer of fascia, or how much energy we spend working and moving through its resistance until it is properly released.

Imagine a gymnast. A gymnast is usually quite agile and flexible. Imagine this gymnast attempting a gymnastic routine in a tight, form fitting coverall made out of stiff cotton. In this outfit, it doesn’t matter how flexible this person is, their movements are restricted by the garment they wear. Releasing this stiff outer layer – and in the case of the gymnast replacing it with a flexible bodysuit – releases the confinement and they can perform their gymnastic routine unconstrained.
With the myofascial technique presented in this workshop we remove the tightness and restrictions in the outermost layer of fascia closest to the skin – the tight,

stiff coverall. This allows for the underlying muscles to work more freely and the joints to move within their natural range of motion.
In the workshop presented the massage technique used to release the fascia is tissue spreading with cocoa butter with focus on the fascia. The direction of the strokes is in correspondence with Langer’s lines and the approach is at a 45° angle to the surface of the body using mild to moderate pressure. The full body routine presented includes supine, side lying, and prone positions.

This is a versatile technique that can be used in a standalone one-hour session or in combination with other modalities.
This advanced modality can be used as a sports massage routine that is especially effective in combination with QS Muscle Stretching as pre-event therapy (60 to 120 minutes sessions). Some athletes will require some pre-event practice to adjust to improved range of motion and flexibility (Golfing, Base Ball).

QS Myofascial Therapy is recommended as preliminary technique to soften dense layers of connective tissue for deep tissue massage and deep tissue therapy.

Used at the beginning of a regular massage session QS Myofascial Therapy helps loosen tight, dense connective tissue for more effective massage treatments that are easier on the client as well as the therapist.

Welcome to participate in any classes are Licensed Massage Therapist, Physical Therapists, Occupational Therapists, and Chiropractors who are interested in a different approach to soft tissue work.
The Instructor is licensed to provide continuing education credits for licensed massage therapists in TX. If you are not a TX LMT, you may participate in any of the classes for a personal learning experience.

Location: Fort Worth, TX; details will be sent in a pre-workshop e-mail about a week before the class.

Supplies:
Please bring a sheet set (top and bottom) and face rest cover or pillow case, and any special pillows and bolsters you usually require when receiving in a trade.
Please let me know if you can bring a massage table.
We will be using 100% pure cocoa butter. I will have some available, but you can purchase it in sticks at Dollar General or Family Dollar (make sure it does not contain vitamin e).
When you trade please make sure you are using your own sheet when you receive.

Wear comfortable, loose and stretchy clothing. We will be working directly on the skin. Wear underwear (panties, Sports bra). We will be using draping as well.

Lunch: For convenience, please bring a bag lunch, going out could take more time than desirable. There is fridge space and a fully equipped kitchen available at the home office location.

Beverages: I will provide water and tea (hot and cold). If you have a favorite beverage, please bring it with you (no alcohol, please).

Snacks: please feel free to bring your favorite snack to share or snack from provided refreshments for a love offering.

Inquiries:
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me at 469-338-9748 (talk & text) or rubu1323@yahoo.com

Register by phone 469-338-9748 (talk & text) or e-mail rubu1323@yahoo.com.
Please provide full name, address, phone number and e-mail address at the time of registration.

Preferred form of payment: Cash & check, Zelle, Credit Cards are accepted.

Class tuition is due in full before the start of the class. Pre-training payment plans are available by request.

Cancellation up to 10 days before the class: 100% refund minus non-refundable credit card processing fees if applicable. If so desired, the tuition can be applied to a future class or therapy sessions.
Cancellation 9 to 5 days before the class: 50% refund minus non-refundable credit card processing fees if applicable. If so desired, 50% of the tuition can be applied to a future class or therapy sessions.
Cancellation 4 days to day of class: No Refund
In case of emergency or accident that prevents your attendance, the cancellation policy will be adjusted on a case by case basis.
If the workshop has to be cancelled you will receive 100% refund or the tuition can be applied to a future class or therapy sessions.