Richards Wellness & Massage Myofascial Treatment Center
Richards Wellness and Massage is a Myofascial Treatment Center focused on the health and wellness of the Myofascial mind/body complex.. Offering a multifaceted treatment approach using Sound Resonance and Vibration together with the ARRC ATP_RFQ (Advanced Recovery Rejuvenation Chamber) offers clients an individualized unique, one of a kind healing experience at the quantum level.
Tailored together with JFB Myofascial Release offers an alternative to regular care (that treats the symptoms) rather than relaying on medication, injections, or surgerys to acheive lasting physcial changes. Only Myofascial release treats the entire mind/body complex eliminating the pressure of the restricted Myofascial system (the straightjacket) that causes the symptoms. Richards Wellness is the "Tip of the Arrow" in Quantum Healing
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01 / PRACTICE APPROACH
What is Myofascial Release Therapy
The John F. Barnes’ Myofascial Release Approach® is considered to be the ultimate therapy that is safe, gentle and consistently effective in producing results that last. John F. Barnes, PT has trained over 100,000 therapists and physicians, is an international lecturer, author and authority on Myofascial Release. He is a physical therapist and is considered to be a visionary and teacher of the highest caliber.
Myofascial Release is a safe and very effective hands-on technique that involves applying gentle sustained pressure into the Myofascial connective tissue restrictions to eliminate pain and restore motion. This essential “time element” has to do with the viscous flow and the piezoelectric phenomenon: a low load (gentle pressure) applied slowly will allow a viscoelastic medium (fascia) to elongate.
Trauma, inflammatory responses, and/or surgical procedures create Myofascial restrictions that can produce tensile pressures of approximately 2,000 pounds per square inch on pain-sensitive structures that do not show up in many standard tests (x-rays, myelograms, CAT scans, electromyography, etc.) The medical approach is to drug patients, so they are temporarily free from pain but do nothing about the “straightjacket” of pressure causing the pain.
Traditional physical, occupational, and massage therapy treats the symptoms caused by the pressure of the “straightjacket” of the Myofascial system. Still, it does nothing about the “straightjacket” of pressure that causes and perpetuates the symptoms. This is why so many patients only have temporary results, never seeming to get better with traditional therapy.
The use of Myofascial Release allows us to look at each patient as a unique individual. Our one-on-one therapy sessions are hands-on treatments during which our therapists use a multitude of Myofascial Release techniques and movement therapy. We promote independence through education in proper body mechanics and movement, self treatment instruction, enhancement of strength, improved flexibility, and postural and movement awareness.
Each Myofascial Release Treatment session is performed directly on skin without oils, creams or machinery. This enables the therapist to accurately detect fascial restrictions and apply the appropriate amount of sustained pressure to facilitate release of the fascia
Richard Mosher is the owner and a licensed massage therapist at Richard's Wellness and Massage.
Fascia is the body's connective tissue. Its a continuous, three dimensional network that surrounds, supports and connects everything in your body. Its piezoelastic and piezoelectric which means it converts physcial movement into electrical energy. Its made of collagen, elastin and the fourth phase of water or structured water H30. This gel like water will go from a gel to a solid state it times of stress and injury, mental or physical, and back from a solid to a gel when released properly.
There are three different types of fascia that perform different jobs.
Superficial Fascia lays just under the skin. It contains fat nerves and blood vessels and contains 6 to 8 times move nerve ending than skin, making it highly sensitive, which is why massage can be so effective, temporarily.
Deep Fascia surrounds our muscles, bones, nerves and blood vessels. Every single muscle fiber is wrapped like a sausage, making a muscle 80% fascia and only 20 % muscle. Its very strong and fibrous allowing it to be the control movement, up to 2000 lbs per square inch.
Visceral Fascia is a continuous network of connective tissues that encloses. supports and suspends internal organs with in the thoracic from the base of the skull thought the neck down into the pelvic .It shapes anchors and forms and protects the internal organs, specifically the heart, lungs, and intestines
Why Fascia Matters
Supports movement and flexibility - Posture and balance - Protects cushions your organs and muscles - Healthy Immune system - Less Pain - Connects Mind/Body - Reduced Stress
Myofascial release and three paths to relief, chosen around you.
Myofascial Release
Using a whole-body approach that treats the continuous web of fascia surrounding muscles, nerves, blood vessels and internal organs. It's a safe, hands-on, physical therapy technique that applies gentle pressure into the body's connective tissues to eliminate pain and restore motion. Treats a variety of persistent issues that normal tests fail to pinpoint, including Chronic neck and back pain, Headaches and migraines, Fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue, Sports injuries, whiplash, Pelvic floor dysfunction and scar tissue restrictions
Chronic Pain Relief Therapy
For people managing long-term pain, this medically-oriented, structured approach goes beyond a general massage to target the source of your discomfort.
ARRC LED Bed Treatments
The ARRC LED bed is a full-body treatment option with reported support for healthy blood pressure, blood sugar, and cholesterol.
02 / FULL-BODY LED OPTION
The ARRC LED bed, explained simply.
The ARRC LED bed is a full-body LED light therapy system, pending confirmation of the precise technical description. It's a distinctive treatment option we offer alongside our hands-on massage work.
Reported supportive benefits include lower blood pressure, lower blood sugar, and lower cholesterol. These are not guaranteed medical outcomes, and each client should review the details before booking a session.
Ask Richard about adding an ARRC LED bed session to your next visit.
Credential information to be confirmed by client.
Plan your visit with confidence.
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03 / FIRST-VISIT ANSWERS
Frequently asked questions
Here are direct answers to the questions we hear most from first-time visitors in Westbrook, CT.
Do I need a referral or doctor's note to book myofascial release?
No referral is needed. You can book through our contact page or call (860) 664-5050. We're open Monday through Friday 9 AM to 6 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM, and walk-ins are welcome during business hours.
What is the ARRC LED bed and is it safe?
The ARRC LED bed is a full-body LED light therapy system offered as a complementary treatment. Clients with specific medical conditions should check with their doctor before an ARRC LED bed session to confirm it fits their needs.How is myofascial release different from a regular massage?
Myofascial release (John Barnes method) is a medically-oriented, structured approach that targets restrictions in the fascia rather than following a fixed massage routine. We assess how you move and hold tension, then focus the session on the areas driving your ongoing discomfort.Where is Richard's Wellness and Massage located, and is parking available?
We're located at 174C Boston Post Road, Westbrook, CT 06498. Parking details to be confirmed by client. Call (860) 664-5050 if you have questions before your visit.What payment methods do you accept?
We accept all major credit and debit cards, along with cash. Payment is due at the time of your appointment.
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I’ve done several 20-minute sessions in the ARRC LED bed at Richard’s Wellness for back pain and muscle recovery, and it’s been a great experience. After each session I noticed less pain, better relaxation, improved mood, and even better sleep. The treatments are quick, calming, and really help my body recover. Richard was also very knowledgeable and took the time to explain everything, which made the experience even better. I’d definitely recommend Richard’s Wellness to anyone dealing with pain or looking for a good recovery treatment. 👍- Richard M.
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Richard is amazing! Before I talk about his skills, I'd like to say that he has one of the most beautiful clinic settings I've seen. It's impeccably clean and bright and welcoming and decorated beautifully. As for his Massage therapy skills? Richard is amazing. I am also a massage therapist and I needed some work, but I had no focus area and just let Richard use his expertise. I also got a treatment in the ARC LED bed prior to my massage, and it was relaxing and honestly, my blood pressure went down as soon as I was done. My session included myofascial release, and the incredible tightness and holding that I had in my lower back and glutes released. I had no idea that I needed that! Richard is incredibly knowledgeable and professional and I have already booked my next appointment and I would encourage anyone who is suffering from tight fascial tissue and tight muscles to see him because he is what I refer to in the massage world as "A Fixer." I cannot recommend him enough! Thank you Richard; see you next month! - Maureen
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Price assessment
Reasonable price
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Highly recommend Richard. I’ve been going for over a year and he consistently delivers. Very knowledgeable, and the ARRC LED light therapy is a great bonus. - Brian F.
Start Addressing Your Chronic Pain
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Monday through Friday 9 AM to 6 PM and Saturday 9 AM to 5 PM.





