Fascial Stretch Therapy Treatment and Care

Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) is a unique and comprehensive stretching technique beyond traditional muscle-focused stretching. It zeroes in on the fascia, a complex and interconnected network of connective tissue on the body’s muscles, bones, nerves, and joints.

Benefits of Fascial Stretch Therapy

The benefit from fascial stretch therapy targets the fascia, and connective tissue surrounding muscles, bones, and joints, to improve flexibility and range of motion beyond traditional stretching. This releases tightness, reduces pain, and improves posture. For athletes, stretching the fascia enhances performance, movement efficiency, and body awareness. It also promotes relaxation, improves joint stability, and speeds recovery. This benefits athletes, those with chronic pain, and anyone seeking improved well-being.

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before and after photo of FST being able to reach the hands behind her back

What to Expect in Your Sessions

You can expect a gentle, assisted stretching technique performed on a treatment table. A typical FST session will be guided by a therapist. They will assist you through pain-free stretches, using traction and movement to target the fascia, the connective tissue surrounding muscles, bones, and joints. These multi-directional stretches release tension and improve mobility. The relaxing session involves gentle pulling sensations, with therapists working within your comfort level and guiding you through breathing techniques. It offers improved flexibility, range of motion, and overall well-being by helping you move more freely, reduce pain, and feel better in your body.

How is FST Different from Stretching?

Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) differs significantly from traditional stretching. Unlike traditional stretching focuses on individual muscles. FST optimizes movement by targeting the fascia, the interconnected connective tissue network surrounding muscles, bones, and joints. FST aims for gentle traction and multi-directional movement, often with therapist assistance, unlike static or dynamic stretching of individual muscles. Furthermore, FST sessions take a holistic approach, addressing restrictions throughout the body, not just isolated muscle groups. Consequently, FST aims to enhance greater improvements in flexibility and range of motion compared to traditional stretching.

Kayla Koh Fascial Stretch Specialist Standing on the Beach

Kayla Koh, Fascial Stretch Specialist

For Kayla, movement isn’t just an activity—it’s a gateway to living with purpose and clarity. With 15 years of experience in the fitness industry as a personal trainer and successful entrepreneur, she firmly believes that true progress begins with understanding your “why.” Growing up, sports like volleyball, dragon boat, Krav Maga, and Tai Chi Chuan shaped her journey, and she continues to expand her expertise with a newfound passion for Olympic weightlifting.

As a mother of three, Kayla understands the unique struggles of parenthood and is dedicated to empowering other mothers to prioritize their health and well-being. She knows firsthand the challenges that come with balancing family life and personal goals, and she believes that with the right support and strategies, any mother can achieve a fulfilling and active lifestyle.

WHAT CUSTOMERS SAY ABOUT KAYLA

I highly recommend Kayla! I’ve been having general stiffness issues and I came out feeling as though I was floating. The next day, I woke up and wasn’t as slow to get out of bed and felt lighter than I have in awhile. I’d describe the experience like that of a massage but better! Kayla herself was super friendly, approachable and helpful. She targeted a problematic area during the session and showed me stretches to do for improvement. I’ll definitely be repeating the experience in the near future!

Mia Lee

Kayla is without a doubt the best trainer I’ve ever worked with. Her skill level, ability to adapt training programs to suit your needs & support your injuries/imbalances in the process is unmatched. I have a lot of sports related injuries and getting back into the gym was definitely a stressful experience but Kayla supported my journey with so much attention to detail and patience, I have never trusted someone so much with my body. I have also done FST sessions with her and it was incredible. She was able to release tension in parts of my body I didn’t even know were tight. Please do yourself a favour and work with Kayla, you will not regret it.

Celina Rosso

Really enjoyed my Fascial Stretch therapy with Kayla. Amazing woman, great conversation and the stretch was amazing. Had a knee injury and with her stretches I’ve been gaining better mobility in my movements as well as getting stronger in positions that I didn’t know I could even get into. Haha. I highly recommend this to everyone, no matter what age you are. Everyone needs a good stretch, but also everyone needs to feel great and mobile. Looking forward to my next session with Kayla. She’s amazing! 🙌🏿

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I highly recommend going to Kayla if your body is super tense and tight like mine is as I am constantly sitting down in front of a computer! She is very knowledgeable in the fitness industry and is so great at answering any questions you have. She worked a lot on my lower body, especially the hips area, and the next day I felt so much lighter and not as heavy. My lower back pain was gone and she even gave me some great, simple stretches to do as she knows how busy I am throughout the day! …
Karen Yong

Kayla was amazing! I was experiencing tightness in my abdominal for months without an explanation from multiple professionals and within minutes she was able to identity and help relieve the issue. Her approach is incredible, you can tell she has an extensive background and knowledge of the human body. I would recommend her to anyone!

Casey Beck,
Kayla is a true professional who listens and understands your core needs. She is highly skilled at what she practices and have left me feeling dramatically more mobile than I have imagined to be in a short period. She is also very kind to follow to ensure that your progress is as planned and that her work has left you feeling good! Highly recommend Kayla for her work and ethics.

 

Anna Doss,

Achieving Peak Performance

With Kayla’s expert guidance, you’ll enhance your range of motion and flexibility, decrease joint compression and impingement, and tune your nervous system for optimal function. You’ll develop a strong, sustainable fitness foundation that supports your long-term health and progress, while achieving peak performance levels tailored to your personal goals. Kayla’s areas of expertise include providing strategies for sustained motivation and consistent progress, ensuring you stay on track, as well as fostering mental resilience alongside physical strength, empowering you to overcome obstacles and achieve lasting success.

Kayla specializes in providing strategies for sustained motivation and consistent progress, helping you stay focused and driven throughout your fitness journey. She also fosters mental resilience alongside physical strength, empowering you to overcome challenges and reach your goals with confidence and determination.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Our facility provides expert-led Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) designed to enhance mobility, reduce pain, and improve overall athletic performance. Kayla uses a personalized, science-based approach to target restricted fascia and restore optimal movement patterns. Whether you’re an athlete looking to improve flexibility or someone seeking relief from stiffness, our FST sessions are tailored to meet your unique needs. Experience the benefits of improved circulation, reduced muscle tension, and enhanced recovery by choosing us for your fascial stretch therapy needs.

Fascia is a continuous, web-like connective tissue that surrounds and supports muscles, bones, nerves, organs, and joints throughout the body. It plays a crucial role in movement, stability, and flexibility, acting like a second skin that holds everything together. Healthy fascia is supple and elastic, allowing for smooth, pain-free movement. However, stress, injury, poor posture, and inactivity can cause the fascia to become tight, stiff, or restricted, leading to pain, reduced mobility, and muscle imbalances.

People of all ages and activity levels can benefit from FST. It can be helpful for athletes, people with chronic pain, those recovering from injuries, and anyone looking to improve their flexibility and overall well-being. .

In-person appointments are 90 minutes in length. This involves an assessment, treatment, and mobility work about your body’s needs.

The frequency of appointments depends on your desired outcome. You may clarify this during your first visit. You can discuss any specific needs you would like to target with Kayla.

Massage therapists knead muscles for relaxation, while FST uses assisted fascial stretching for flexibility and mobility. Massage targets muscles; FST targets fascia and joints. Massage benefits relaxation; FST increases range of motion and performance. Massage is passive; FST is dynamic. Massage is for relaxation/rehab; FST is for athletes and mobility restrictions. Massage sensations vary; FST is a deep, assisted stretch.

FST is generally safe when performed by a qualified therapist. However, it’s important to inform your therapist of any medical conditions or injuries you have.

You might feel some stretching sensations, but the therapist will work within your comfort level. It’s generally a gentle and relaxing experience. Always communicate with your therapist if you feel any pain. It is a pain-free approach that targets the body’s connective tissue to improve mobility, and release tension, and individuals seeking relief from chronic pain.

While some self-myofascial release techniques (like foam rolling) can be helpful, FST is best performed by a trained therapist who can properly assess your needs and guide you through the stretches. The assisted nature of FST is a key element of its effectiveness as it enables the practitioner to guide the client’s body into positions that would be difficult or impossible to achieve independently.

Some of our clients have claimed this service under their extended health benefits/wellness accounts/health spending accounts. This type of therapy is not covered under regular paramedical benefits, and we do not have a registration number.

Stretch therapy in Toronto is huge and we are just located near Toronto, in the North York Area. Our address is 125 Martin Ross Avenue. Suite 12. North York, ON M3J 2L9.