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Walt Fritz, PT 
The Pain Relief Center
 Rochester, NY 
Port 2010
 www.RochesterPainRelief.com   
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The Pain Relief Center Newsletter 

Fall 2011

 

 

The Pain Relief Center

Walt Fritz, PT
2050 South Clinton Ave
Rochester, NY  14618
585-244-6180

  
What's New at the
Pain Relief Center?

  

I would like to once again thank everyone who has trusted me with their care. It is you who have made the Pain Relief Center a success, and I thank you for referring your friends.

 

As many of you may be aware, I often teach Myofascial Release to therapists, both locally and across the country. I have been asked why I teach to local therapists, as this creates competition for me. I feel that the more mainstream Myofascial Release becomes, the better it is for all of us. I recently had the opportunity to teach a second level Foundations in Myofascial Release Seminar at Ithaca College's Physical Therapy Program (Rochester Campus). I love a diverse group and I had a mix of physical therapists and massage therapists. Some are seeking to make Myofascial Release their primary line of work, while others were seeking to add another tool to their tool chest. Either way I love the mental stimulation that teaching provides.

 

Earlier this year I was asked to make a visit to the Oakworks Factory in Pennsylvania and to take part in their  Instructional Video Series for massage therapists  and body workers. Oakworks is the leading maker of massage tables and related products in the US. The result of my visit was five short videos that showcase techniques that I use regularly in my clinic and that are taught in my seminars.  Take a look and give me your thoughts: 

 

View my videos on YouTube 

 

One of the things that I love about what I do is that I am often able to help those who feel like they have exhausted all hope. It is a gift to be able to be a part of people's healing.  

 

Regards,

 

Walt  

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Scar Tissue and Pain  
 
A common reason people visit the Pain Relief Center is the secondary effects of surgical scar tissue. I spend a good deal of each day treating the primary and secondary effects of such scars, as they can play a huge role in low back, pelvic, and other pain syndromes. Patients are frequently surprised at how far reaching the effects can be when I first evaluate their scar tissue. Even small scar can potentially play a role in pain syndromes.

Here is a published paper on "CLINICAL IMPORTANCE OF ACTIVE SCARS: ABNORMAL SCARS AS A CAUSE OF MYOFASCIAL PAIN" from Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics that you may find interesting.  




Refer a Friend 
 
If you find the information that I present in this Newsletters valuable, or if you have a friend that may benefit from Myofascial Release, please share this email with friends or associates who may benefit from the information. Simply click on the link above to forward this email. My best referrals come from you; those who have benefited from Myofascial Release at the Pain Relief Center. 


 

Research

and

Myofascial Release

  

 

Some readers may be aware of the Research page of my website. I have listed 250  research papers and related information. Much relates directly to Myofascial Release.  

 

The deleterious after effects of breast cancer surgery has been an issue close to my heart for many years and I have had the pleasure of being able to provide improved comfort and function with many women who have undergone mastectomy, reconstruction, and related surgeries. Here are a few articles from the website that pertain to this work:

 

Helping to Relieve the Pain of Post-Surgical Breast Cancer with Myofascial/Craniosacral Techniques

Early Rehabilitation Improves Extremity Function and Decreases Postoperative Complications in Cancer Patients Undergoing Modified Radical Mastectomy (MRM): A Preliminary Report.

Myofascial release provides symptomatic relief from chest wall tenderness occasionally seen following lumpectomy and radiation in breast cancer patients.

Fibromyalgia is a common issue that brings people to the Pain Relief Center for treatment. Here is an article that may be of help:

 

 Effects of myofascial release techniques on pain, physical function, and postural stability in patients with fibromyalgia: a randomized controlled trial.


 Finally, plantar fasciitis, or similar problems with foot pain, can be helped with Myofascial Release treatment at the Pain Relief Center. Here is a research article that demonstrates its effectiveness:

 

Effectiveness of Myofascial Release in Treatment of Plantar Fasciitis: A RCT

 If this information might be of interest to a friend, please feel free to share. 


 
The Myofascial Resource Store 

There are a number of self-treatment tools that aid in patient's rehabilitation. Some of these you have seen or even tried at my clinic. I've combined them all together in my virtual store, which is run by Amazon.com.  

 

  My Blog
  
It seems like everyone has a blog these days and I did not want to be left behind! While intended for therapists across the country, you may find a few topics interesting.