TRU Connections - Fascial Connections Myofascial Release & Wellness Centre

The Body Behind the Ride

Cycling discomfort is often dismissed as “part of the sport,” but poor bike ergonomics and underlying fascial tension can place unnecessary strain on the body.…
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When The Body Feels Different – And You Can’t Quite Explain It

A personal reflection on perimenopause, nervous system load, and the quiet ways the body adapts through hormonal transition. For the woman who feels different — and can’t quite explain why.
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January: Settling Into the New Year

January often arrives with a lot of noise — expectations, goals, and pressure to reset or improve.But bodies don’t move through time the way calendars do. After a busy December, many people notice their system feels a little heavier, slower, or more sensitive. Energy may be lower. Old aches may feel louder. Sleep, digestion, or…
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The Body Behind the Ride

Cycling discomfort is often dismissed as “part of the sport,” but poor bike ergonomics and underlying fascial tension can place unnecessary strain on the body. Physiotherapist Liza Fortier explores how proper bike fitting, saddle positioning, and myofascial release can help support comfort, mobility, and a healthier cycling season.
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When Flow is Supported: Fascia, Lymphatics, and the cost of Adaptation

The lymphatic system depends on more than movement—it depends on the environment it exists within. When fascia becomes restricted through patterns of adaptation, fluid flow can become less efficient. This article explores how supporting the body’s structure can help restore function and ease.
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The Hidden Impact of Abdominal Scars- Part II

Abdominal scars don’t only affect the surface of the body. They can create deeper restrictions that influence how tissues move, how organs function, and how the body adapts over time. In Part II, we explore how scar tissue and adhesions can impact the musculoskeletal, visceral, and nervous systems—and why these changes are often felt far…
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These curated resources may provide additional support beyond the clinic setting.

MFR – John F. Barnes Myofascial Release
MFR Therapists – Myofascial Release Directory
The Barral Institute – Information on Visceral and Neural Manipulation from the Barral Institute