Fascia Blasting

[genie1love]

Hi guys, has anyone tried fascia blasting for fibro? and if so does it work.

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[TheAuthor]

Hi genie1love

It is not something that I have tried myself but if it can help to build up the muscle then it is probably worth a try? I want to sincerely wish you all the best of luck and please take care of yourself my friend.

All my hopes and dreams for you

Ken

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Interesting - I can't help much as I've never even heard of this... Thanks for the heads up

[colleenofminster]

What is Fascia blasting please Genie xx

[genie1love in reply to colleenofminster]

Please check out Ashley Black on youtube and facebook, she explains everything. Sorry I cannot be more helpful as I have only just discovered this myself.

[fenbadger]

Hmm, well I've looked it up and can only find adverts. Half of which are for roofing materials. The NHS says nothing. I'd be very sceptical. I found an ad for something costing £60. Looking at what it does, I wonder if a massage would do, or a rolling pin looks very similar to the fascia blaster

[genie1love in reply to fenbadger]

Blaster sticks are flipping expensive, so getting my partner to make me one.

[naturalnikki]

I have looked at this before online and find it really interesting. I am a fan of foam rolling but would love to try adding this to my routine.

I have tried in the past (trying to think of how to word this) if you lightly pinch the skin so that only skin is between the index finger and thumb, then bring other hand and extend your light pinch so that you have a little hill of skin with the tips of your thumbs touching and tips of index fingers touching , and without letting the hill fall- move it in the direction the hill is facing. I feel this helps break up the fascia a bit. (I hope that made sense)

But i think this thing looks great, i will have to check at my chiropractors office.

On YouTube ashley black does a lot with the fascia blaster of you want to check it out some more.

The Today show also has a youtube video that had some Dr's on it.

There are a lot of reviews/experience videos done by individuals.

Good luck××

[genie1love]

I was on YouTube looking at cellulite cupping and came across fascia blasting and became intrigued at what a fascia was. It apparently has so many benefits, even sports people do it. I did put a link on to a video but removed by admin as it must break a rule (sorry). Look up Ashley Black Guru, she has a series of videos on fascia blasting and is on social media. She does sell stuff but at ridiculous prices so I am getting my partner to make me a blast stick.

[fenbadger in reply to genie1love]

That's the one I looked at. I agree the prices were a bit abnormal.

[penny]

Hmm. As a therapist I will have to look into this. Ashley claims to be a world leader in fascia but she was not mentioned at the British Fascia Symposium I attended, nor have I heard of her in relation to Dr Robert Schleip who is one of the leading researchers in fascia. I think that the following is relevant:

HOW TO PERFORM MYOFASCIAL RELEASE

Ground substance, by its very nature, is designed to resist force. The gelatinous nature of the ground substance and the rubber-like elastin fibers will effectively disperse shock that comes through the body. For this reason, quick strokes have no effect on the fascia. Quick strokes indeed will create heat in the area, but only engage the elastic barrier of the fascia. In a few moments it returns to its original length. If our goal is to lengthen the fascia at the level of the collagen matrix, we must apply a different type of manipulation than Swedish massage.

Studies have shown the initial 90 seconds of stretch only effect the elastin fibers. During this initial stage we are feeling the elastic barrier release. Once the elastin fibers have reached their full length, only then do the collagen fibers begin to unwind. Not only does it take time to engage the collagen , it also takes time for the ground substance to go from a gel to a liquid. In its gel state, it holds the collagen fibers in place, but in a liquid state, the collagen fibers can begin to lengthen. As this lengthening occurs, cross-linkages within the fascia begin to break. As the cross-linkages break, the strain pattern in the fascial sheet will change. If the therapist is sensitive to this strain pattern, they can follow the body and change the direction of their stroke as they hold. This is called unwinding. This takes patience, sensitivity and skill. By quieting the mind and bringing awareness into their hands, the therapist can follow the body’s unwinding.

Myofascial release is a gentle technique. Since collagen is made to resist force, the most effective way to release the fascia is gentle sustained pressure. In fact too much pressure will decrease the practitioner’s sensitivity, and the body may resist the work. Usually only a few ounces of force is enough to start the fascia moving. Sometimes practitioners who have studied a bodywork style that uses more force have a hard time trusting that the lighter pressures are effective.

Here are the 4 rules that we will follow for almost all myofascial stretches:

RULE 1: Stretch for 2-5 minutes. Performing these techniques for a shorter duration will only stretch the elastin component, providing temporary or no results.

RULE 2: Maintain a continuous stretch. As soon as you let up, the elastin fibers bring the tissue back. It will take another 90 seconds to engage the collagen.

RULE 3: Use light pressure. Collagen fibers have a tensile strength of 2000 lbs per square inch. They are designed to resist force. Yet they lengthen under gentle, sustained pressure.

RULE 4: Flow with the tissue. As the tissue unwinds, the direction of force changes, follow the unwinding to be most effective.

I've just found this:

WARNING: I UNDERSTAND THAT:

Ashley Black Company products, currently under the brand names FasciaBlaster®, or any other trade names, are Class 1 medical devices and are intended for self-use by healthy individuals. Always seek medical advice from your medical professional, or other trusted specialist, before beginning any beauty regime or exercise program.

DO NOT USE the FasciaBlaster® line of products if you have a history of or may have blood clots also known as Deep Vein Thrombosis.

DO NOT USE the FasciaBlaster® line of products directly on varicose veins and discontinue use if you develop them during use of the FasciaBlaster(s) (IT IS ENCOURAGED BY HER IN HER GROUP AND VIDEOS TO USE IT TO GET RID OF THEM!!!!)

DO NOT USE the FasciaBlaster® line of products if you have recently, are currently, or will be taking blood thinners.

DO NOT USE the FasciaBlaster® line of products on the carotid artery located on both sides of the neck. (SHE SHOWS HER DR ON STAFF USING IT ON THE THE CATROID AND ACROSS HIS VAGUS nerve)

DO NOT DIG the FasciaBlaster® line of products on the carotid artery located behind the neck muscles.

If you are pregnant, DO NOT USE the FasciaBlaster® line of products or any other FasciaBlaster® line of products or Ashley Black Company product or service on the belly. Consult an OBGYN and decide with your provider if the FasciaBlaster(s) is right for you. (SHE ENCOURAGES PREGNANT AND NURSING WOMEN TO USE IT DESPITE "DETOX" !!

WARNING: The FasciaBlaster® line of products and other Ashley Black Company products or services can cause a release of toxins, so USE AT YOUR OWN RISK. Please see our scientific findings relative to evidence known as well as unknown.

THIS IS MOST TELLING SHE DENIES ALLL OF THESE SYMPTOMS IN HER GROUP !!!

WARNING: Toxins may be pulled out of the tissue and can cause rashes, bumps, redness, irritation, itching, nausea, emotional reactions, vomiting, hormone changes, increased sensitivity, headaches, acute inflammation, changes in cycle, reoccurrence of pre-existing conditions, weight gain, and other toxicity-associated symptoms. We do not know the exact process which toxins are released.

DO NOT USE the FasciaBlaster® line of products if you are unwilling to bruise, as bruising is a part of the healing process after using the device. I acknowledge that I am responsible for the depth and pressure of the FasciaBlaster® line of products and other Ashley Black Company products or services during SELF-USE.

The Ashley Black Company products and services are intended for SELF-USE. I acknowledge that, if I am a practitioner of any type and choose to use any Ashley Black Company product or services on another individual, I am subject to my state-by-state laws and will practice within my scope and authority under applicable state law.

I acknowledge that if I chose to use the FasciaBlaster® line of products or other Ashley Black Company products or services, I am solely responsible for the outcome and I hereby waive any and all liability, whether in contract or in tort, of the Ashley Black Company and any of its parents, subsidiaries, associated or affiliated entities, and their respective owners, officers, directors, employees, contractors or assigns..

I acknowledge that I am aware that the FasciaBlaster® line of products and other Ashley Black Company services and products can re-establish blood flow and that veins and arteries may be more visible as part of this process.

I understand that Ashley Black Company is a group of innovators in the field of Fasciology,(HER OWN MADE UP FIELD WHICH DOES NOT EXIST) which is not yet a recognized science or license. Ashley Black Company does not identify itself or any of its personnel, as a licensed dietician, nutritionist, certified personal trainer, massage therapist, medical provider, or licensed/certified as a professional in any field. I understand that Ashley Black Company products and services are not a substitute for the consultation, diagnosis and/or medical treatment provided by your doctor, healthcare provider, nutritionist, dietician or other licensed or certified professional, or any trusted specialist.

All Ashley Black Company products and services are not and will not be reviewed by any fitness professional or physician. <<<<

I think some caution may be necessary.