Unlocking the Benefits of Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST) at Kinetica

If you’ve been struggling with limited mobility, persistent aches, or simply want to feel more supple and strong, the team at Kinetica Health Group have a phenomenal offering: Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST™). Below, we dive into what it is, how Kinetica applies it, and why it might be a smart choice for your body.

What is Fascial Stretch Therapy?

Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST™) is a table-based, assisted stretching technique which increases flexibility and strength, optimizes performance, reduces aches and pains, and improves athletic performance.

Here are a few highlights of how it works:

• The stretching is assisted — you’re not doing it alone; a trained therapist guides and supports the stretch.

• It targets both the fascia (the connective tissue that surrounds muscles and joints) and the joints, effectively combining flexibility work with mobility. Kinetica Health+1

• The goal is more than just “stretching” in the traditional sense — it aims to restore or enhance movement, reduce pain associated with tissue restrictions, and allow you to perform better.

Why Choose Kinetica Health Group for FST?

There are a number of reasons why Kinetica stands out when it comes to offering fascial stretch therapy:

• Certified in FST:

  • Candace May is a Registered Massage Therapist and a certified Fascial Stretch Therapist.

  • Christopher Singh is an Athletic Therapist and Fascial Stretch Therapist who completed the Stretch to Win program.

• Comprehensive services: FST is part of a broader suite of manual therapies offered at the clinic—including chiropractic, physiotherapy, osteopathy, massage, acupuncture, etc.—so your FST sessions can be integrated into a full rehabilitation or performance plan.

• Convenient location: The clinic is located at 179 Danforth Avenue in East Toronto (Riverdale/Leslieville area) and has served the community since 2006.

  
  

Who Can Benefit from FST?

Fascial Stretch Therapy at Kinetica is well suited for a variety of clients — whether you’re recovering from an injury, looking to boost athletic performance, or simply wanting to maintain/restore mobility:

• Athletes: Because FST works not only on flexibility but also on joint range of motion and movement efficiency, it can help with improved performance and reduced risk of injury.

• People with restricted movement or chronic stiffness: If you feel “tight all the time”, or notice that your functional movements (squats, bending, reaching) are limited, FST can address the fascia and joint components of that stiffness.

• Active adults or older adults wanting to stay mobile: The assisted nature of the therapy means that it's accessible even if you’re not an athlete—but simply want to move better and with less discomfort.

• Those recovering from soft tissue or postural issues: Because the therapists at Kinetica bring in tools like myofascial release, joint mobilization, and movement-correction alongside FST, it can be part of a full rehab plan.

What to Expect in a Session at Kinetica

Here’s a rough breakdown of what an FST session at Kinetica might look like:

1. Initial assessment: Your therapist will evaluate your current movement, flexibility, joint range, posture, and possibly identify areas of restriction in fascia and joints.

2. Assisted stretching on the table: You’ll lie on the specially designed FST table and the therapist will guide your limbs, joints and fascia through stretches — often combining traction, rotation, extension or controlled movement while your body is supported.

3. Targeted focus areas: The therapist might focus on key zones where you’re tight, restricted or have pain — for example hips, shoulders, spine, hamstrings, etc.

4. Integration into movement: Post-stretch, there may be guidance on how to translate the improved mobility into functional movement or exercises.

5. Follow-up planning: Depending on your goals (performance, recovery, mobility, pain relief), your therapist will likely suggest how many sessions you may benefit from, and what you should do between sessions (home stretches, movement habits, etc).

Tips for Getting the Most Out of Your Sessions

• Go in with open communication: Let your therapist know your goals (e.g., “I want to run without hip pain”, “I want to reach overhead better”, “I have constant tightness in my chest and shoulders”).

• Stay consistent: Mobility/fascia work often benefits from multiple sessions spaced out over time rather than just one.

• Combine with movement/exercise: While FST can unlock movement, using that movement via strength, functional exercises and daily movement habits helps consolidate those gains.

• Maintain the improvements: Ask your therapist for “homework”—simple stretches, posture cues or habits you can keep up to support the gains made in the therapy session.

• Be patient with your body: Fascia and joint mobility don’t always change overnight; improvements can be subtle but cumulative.

Why it Matters

Our bodies are complex systems of bones, muscles, tendons and fascia. Tight or restricted fascia can limit how our muscles and joints move—even when the muscle strength is fine. By targeting the fascia, we’re often addressing a root cause of stiffness, limited mobility or pain. When done properly by experienced clinicians (like those at Kinetica), FST becomes more than a “stretch” — it becomes a way to optimise movement, relieve chronic tension and restore confidence in your body.

Final Thoughts

If you live in the East Toronto area (Danforth, Riverdale, Leslieville, East York) and are looking for a comprehensive manual-therapy clinic that offers cutting-edge techniques like Fascial Stretch Therapy, Kinetica Health Group is a strong choice. With experienced staff, a broad service offering, and transparent pricing, you’re aligning with a team capable of helping you move better, feel better, and live an active life.