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Self Myofascial Release SMR tools for the legs - A Brisbane Myotherpists Perspective

Treating the legs with self myofascial release (SMR) tools - a myotherapist's perspective

Self-myofascial release (SMR) has grown hugely in popularity and partly due to social media. Just as there are many forms of myofascial release (MFR), there is a huge variety of myofascial release tools on the market. As with most tools, each tool has a specific purpose by design. Equally, it is possible to use particular tools in different ways to achieve different intended outcomes. Professionals using soft-tissue therapy techniques, including (MFR) have historically used specific parts of the body to perform techniques on patients/clients. The development of many SMR tools came about by professionals looking to reduce loads and wear and tear on their bodies. However, the market for such tools within the professional therapist field is relatively small compared to the entire population. Hence, it is essential to understand the origins of such tools and the knowledge base behind their use and application. As with any form of soft-tissue therapy, there are occasions where it may not be safe (contraindicated) to use a particular treatment method at all. Equally, it may not be safe to use some techniques on certain parts of the body. Unfortunately, social media is full of people using various SMR tools and techniques with a distinct lack of anatomy knowledge or even a basic understanding of such methods' principles. The following article discusses specific MFR tools and techniques for treating the legs, essentially different tools for different jobs. 

The information on this page was written by Terry Davis MChiro, GradCertMentHlth, BSc. (Hons), Adv. Dip. Rem. Massag., Cert. WHS.


TotalMSK Clinic Brisbane
Ethical MSK Therapy Clinic and Myofascial Release Specialist


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