Myofascial Manipulation: Foundations, Regional Applications, and Clinical Integration 2026

Myofascial Manipulation: Foundations, Regional Applications, and Clinical Integration is organized by Therapy Network Seminars (TNS) and will be held from Sep 19 - 20, 2026 at WakeMed Raleigh Campus, Raleigh, North Carolina, United States of America.

Description:
Myofascial Manipulation is a two-day, hands-on course that equips clinicians with the skills to assess and treat fascial restrictions. Combining evidence-based science with extensive lab practice, the course bridges fascia’s anatomy and physiology with its clinical relevance across the lifespan.

Day 1 covers fascia fundamentals—structure, neurophysiology, and its role in pain and movement dysfunction. Participants will practice palpation and release techniques, then apply them to the cervical, thoracic, and upper extremity regions. Clinical applications include tension headaches, thoracic outlet syndrome, shoulder dysfunction, and carpal tunnel syndrome.

Day 2 focuses on the lower quadrant, addressing the thoracolumbar fascia, pelvis, and lower extremity. Instruction highlights conditions such as low back pain, hip impingement, patellofemoral pain, and plantar fasciopathy. Labs emphasize targeted techniques for the lumbar spine, pelvis, hip, and lower extremity, concluding with whole-body integration and clinical reasoning.

By the end of the course, participants will be able to identify fascial restrictions, apply safe and effective techniques, and integrate myofascial manipulation with exercise and movement retraining. This course is ideal for clinicians looking to expand their manual therapy toolbox and improve outcomes for patients with musculoskeletal pain and movement disorders.

Objectives:

• Describe the anatomy, physiology, and biomechanical properties of fascia and its role in musculoskeletal function and dysfunction.
• Identify indications, contraindications, and precautions for the safe application of myofascial manipulation.
• Demonstrate accurate palpation skills to assess fascial restrictions across the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, pelvic, upper extremity, and lower extremity regions.
• Apply foundational myofascial manipulation techniques, including sustained pressure, cross-hand release, and fascial gliding.
• Perform region-specific myofascial techniques for the upper quadrant, lower quadrant, and extremities to address common clinical conditions.
• Integrate global fascial release strategies using fascial line concepts (e.g., superficial back line, spiral line) to enhance mobility and function.
• Incorporate myofascial manipulation into comprehensive treatment plans alongside exercise, movement retraining, and patient education.
• Utilize clinical reasoning to select, sequence, and progress myofascial interventions based on patient presentation and outcome measures.