Randomised trials of myofascial therapy have shown it to be effective at alleviating symptoms.

Myofascial Therapy targets the muscle and fascial systems, promotes flexibility and mobility of the body's connective tissues.

Some practitioners use the term "myofascial therapy" or "myofascial trigger point therapy" referring to the treatment of trigger points.

I believe that treatment of athletes should come from a musculoskeletal philosophy involving the use of sound treatment modalities that include manipulation, myofascial therapy and rehabilitative care.

CONCLUSIONS: For subacute low back pain, combined joint manipulation and myofascial therapy was as effective as joint manipulation or myofascial therapy alone.

Studies by Dr. Peter Dorsher, a pain expert at the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville, Fla., indicate the acupuncture points of acupuncture are anatomically and clinically similar to the trigger points used in myofascial therapy and he recommends either therapy to help those seeking relief from musculoskeletal pain.