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What is Myofascial Decompression (cupping/cup therapy/suction cup therapy)?

• MFD is a manual therapy technique that combines negative pressure technology with movement science evidence-based principles in orthopedics and sports medicine. We focus on the efficiency of motion with fascial mobility and neuromuscular re-education.
• The myofascial decompression approach is the only one of its kind that works in the lifting of adhesions with movement instead of compressing on tissues. If collagen is cross bonded, and fibrosis around tissues leads to decreased blood flow or metabolic exchange, it makes much more physiologic sense to decompress these structures instead of pressing down on them to allow flow improved exchange and mobility.
• MFD helps all patients increase soft tissue extensibility and allow patients to move more efficiently and effectively.

Who can benefit from MFD?

• MFD can benefit patients of all ages and activities levels: 
• Athletes at all levels
• Older populations looking to gain function and reduce pain
• Weekend warriors looking to recover more quickly
• Post surgical patients to mobilize scar tissue 
• You name it we DECOMPRESS IT

More information about Myofascial Decompression

• Michael R Hughes PT, DPT, MFDc, and clinic coordinator at the Agape Gates location is the only certified provider of MFD in Upstate NY
• Contact Mike with your specific questions about myofascial decompression: mhughes@agape-pt.com 
• Link to national certified providers list: https://www.cuptherapy.com/certified-providers  
• Cup therapy is offered at all 7 of our locations.
  

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