ABSTRACT
Self-myofascial release (SMFR) is a tool for prehab and rehab using an object as a stress transfer-medium (STM). This self-directed form of care is a way to manage pain, improve movement, boost recovery, improve arterial function, and stimulate parasympathetic arousal. SMFR gives the user ability to apply their own therapeutic intervention for little, if any, cost. This chapter presents the current state of SMFR research and offers a holistic view of perspectives around pain management, chronic disease, performance enhancement, stress reduction, and tool hardness.
