Pediatric Myofascial Release

Children naturally respond well to Myofascial Release because of its gentle, calming, and non-invasive nature. I truly love working with babies and children and feel deeply honored to support them during such important stages of growth and development.

What is Pediatric Myofascial Release?

Myofascial Release is a soft and nurturing form of bodywork that uses gentle sustained pressure to help release restrictions within the fascia, the connective tissue system that supports the entire body. Treatments are always approached with patience, sensitivity and care, so children feel safe and comfortable throughout the session.

All ages can benefit from Myofascial Release, even newborns shortly after birth. Sessions are individualized to meet each child where they are and can also complement other therapies and healing modalities.

Parents often seek out Pediatric Myofascial Release to support concerns such as:

• Tongue and lip ties
• Digestive issues and reflux
• Torticollis. • Restricted range of motion
• Birth-related tension or trauma
• Scar tissue from surgery or procedures
• Speech and swallowing difficulties
• Structural imbalances or postural concerns
• Stress, anxiety and hyperactivity

If you are wondering whether Pediatric Myofascial Release may be the right fit for your child, please contact us to learn more. We are happy to answer any questions and support you in finding the best approach for your child’s needs.

Your Questions, Answered

  • While both are hands-on therapies, Pediatric Myofascial Release is different from massage therapy. Rather than using continuous strokes over the muscles, Myofascial Release uses gentle, sustained pressure to release restrictions within the fascia, the body's connective tissue. This approach allows the therapist to follow the body's natural response, creating lasting changes that can improve comfort, movement and overall function.

    Treatment is always adapted to your child's age, comfort level and individual needs. Sessions are gentle, child-centered and never forced.

  • Pediatric Myofascial Release is an extremely gentle, hands-on therapy that uses approximately 5 to 10 grams of sustained pressure, about the weight of a nickel. Treatment is always guided by your child's comfort level, following their unique needs and responses. Sessions are never forceful, allowing your child to relax while the body releases tension naturally.

  • Yes. The birth process, whether vaginal or by cesarean section, can place significant physical stresses on a baby's body. Pediatric Myofascial Release uses a gentle, sustained touch to help release restrictions that may develop during pregnancy or birth, supporting greater comfort, movement and overall function.

    Parents often seek Myofascial Release for concerns such as latching or feeding difficulties, body tension, torticollis, tongue or lip tie and general irritability. Every baby is carefully evaluated to determine whether treatment is appropriate for their individual needs.

  • Pediatric Myofascial Release may help improve comfort, movement and overall function for babies, children and adolescents experiencing a variety of conditions. It is commonly used to support children with tongue and lip ties, digestive issues and reflux, torticollis, restricted range of motion, birth related tension or trauma, scar tissue following surgery or medical procedures, speech and swallowing difficulties, structural imbalances, postural concerns, and stress, anxiety or hyperactivity.

    Every child is unique. A thorough evaluation is performed to determine whether Pediatric Myofascial Release is appropriate for your child's individual needs, symptoms and goals.

  • Newborn to 12 years old - 30 minutes
    13 years to 18 years old - 45 minutes

  • Absolutely. Your presence provides comfort, reassurance and a sense of security, helping your child feel safe and relaxed during treatment. We welcome your involvement and are happy to answer any questions you may have along the way.