Counterstrain
Treat the cause, not the symptoms with Fascial Counterstrain
“Over the last 39 Years I’ve had the privilege of working with more than 50 million people in over 100 countries. The demands I have put on my body for those decades are a bit crazy. As a result I suffered debilitating physical pain for years. I tried virtually every form of body work before meeting Brian Tuckey and his team of Fascial Counterstrain practitioners. This work and it’s proprietary multi system approach, has alleviated my symptoms and enabled me to perform at the highest level. The technique is gentle, painless and yields instant results which can only be described as miraculous at times. I highly recommend this technique to anyone who wishes to maximize their physical performance and feel it will soon revolutionize not only the world of chronic pain but also athletic performance and recovery.”
Anthony “Tony” Robbins
#1 New York Times Best Selling Author, Life and Business Strategist, Philanthropist
Interview Series with Fascial Counterstrain Innovator Brian Tuckey PT, OCS, JSCCI
Fascial Counterstrain (FCS) is an innovative system of soft tissue manipulation developed by orthopedic specialist Brian Tuckey PT, OCS, JSCCI. Learn more in this series of interviews with the creator of Fascial Counterstrain.
Episode 1 introduces Brian’s academic background which led to the eventual development of Fascial Counterstrain. Episode 2 dives deeper into Brian’s process of discovering the role of fascia in the body and the development of new treatments.
Thank You!!!
Dear Brian, For months I have been thinking about how to tell you thank you. I know you understand what you do works. But I still feel compelled to tell you, it does! The last 6 months have been nothing short of miraculous. Except I know and believe that it
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Dear Brian,
For months I have been thinking about how to tell you thank you. I know you understand what you do works. But I still feel compelled to tell you, it does! The last 6 months have been nothing short of miraculous. Except I know and believe that it is like you said to me “God gave these hands wisdom”. What a special, specific answer to years of prayer! I pray to the Lord so long to give wisdom to understand this body he created. It seemed to be beating me up! How awesome that he was answering those prayers teaching you all those years. Now when my body was ready to receive healing you were ready administer what you had learned.
Here are a few things I have been experiencing since my treatment with you in July. For starters I was amazed when I returned home and walked the 2 flights of stairs from my garage to my kitchen without a second thought of falling, missing a step
or being out of breath! I burst out laughing when I got to the top saying to my husband “Did you see that? I didn’t even have to try to get up the stairs!!” He laughed and said “wow, okay good job, I guess I didn’t realize it had been such an effort!” That was just the beginning of many things to follow that I would get super excited to not have to put SO much effort into thinking about everyday functions. It was hard for others to understand the healing I’ve experienced because I guess I had gotten good at pretending pretty well to do things normally. But on the inside life has been such a struggle to function. For weeks after your treatment I was explaining that all my body movements were kind of like getting used to a new glasses prescription. Literally has felt like I have been given a new body!
One crazy thing that I noticed within a week of getting home, none of my shoes fit right anymore. Every pair felt like I had gotten them from a second hand store or garage sale.
I went shopping. 😊👟
The Dyslexia has improved greatly! I can memorize number sequences, read and retain words and music so much better and faster. I’m actually studying a second language and it is going well!
I am relaxed in my work. I’m no longer stressed about getting so behind or having too much success because my health will let me and others down.
I didn’t climb the 14er in Colorado. Was lead to just enjoy feeling amazing and not push my body to the max anymore to survive. But I did hike some waterfalls and it was amazing! Every time I hike I get the giggles because I can feel the weight in both my feet now. I’m not so exhausted one half of my body doing all the work dragging the other half along. I’m not constantly afraid of falling on my face anymore.
A year ago I wouldn’t even been able to even tell you that was what my body was doing. The best explanation I could come up with then was ” part of my body feels like wood sometimes “.
I’ve not even come close to having a Lymes seizure/episode since July!!
My food allergies went from 86 to 26
24 severe to 4! This is so huge!
Also you were right about being able to look at past trauma differently. It doesn’t hurt me anymore. Relationships are healing too.
Wonderful that music is back in my life. Not just playing the piano. I have a voice!!! Who knew!? That last thing you did on my vocal chords released so much!! Maybe the chord wrapped around my neck at birth, maybe the trauma of abuse and being told my voice would kill others. Maybe all the things. But I have a voice and I’m going to praise God with it as long as he gives me breath!! I started voice lessons with my son in August and told my teacher it was for my son, I have a very weak voice. She wholeheartedly disagreed with me and has been showing me how untrue that is. I’m having so much fun!
There are many more things that keep improving over time. Habits are changing and I’m learning and improving new ones.
I don’t guess I have the words to truly thank you fully. But I praise God for you constantly. Thank you for listening as he gave you wisdom. Keep doing that please!
This is the best way I can sum this up:
Because you and the Fascia Counterstrain treatment are God’s answer to my years of prayers… I’m living! The past is there, the future is there and I am right here in this moment with a heart full of thanksgiving!
I appreciate you!
For months I have been thinking about how to tell you thank you. I know you understand what you do works. But I still feel compelled to tell you, it does! The last 6 months have been nothing short of miraculous. Except I know and believe that it is like you said to me “God gave these hands wisdom”. What a special, specific answer to years of prayer! I pray to the Lord so long to give wisdom to understand this body he created. It seemed to be beating me up! How awesome that he was answering those prayers teaching you all those years. Now when my body was ready to receive healing you were ready administer what you had learned.
Here are a few things I have been experiencing since my treatment with you in July. For starters I was amazed when I returned home and walked the 2 flights of stairs from my garage to my kitchen without a second thought of falling, missing a step
or being out of breath! I burst out laughing when I got to the top saying to my husband “Did you see that? I didn’t even have to try to get up the stairs!!” He laughed and said “wow, okay good job, I guess I didn’t realize it had been such an effort!” That was just the beginning of many things to follow that I would get super excited to not have to put SO much effort into thinking about everyday functions. It was hard for others to understand the healing I’ve experienced because I guess I had gotten good at pretending pretty well to do things normally. But on the inside life has been such a struggle to function. For weeks after your treatment I was explaining that all my body movements were kind of like getting used to a new glasses prescription. Literally has felt like I have been given a new body!
One crazy thing that I noticed within a week of getting home, none of my shoes fit right anymore. Every pair felt like I had gotten them from a second hand store or garage sale.
I went shopping. 😊👟
The Dyslexia has improved greatly! I can memorize number sequences, read and retain words and music so much better and faster. I’m actually studying a second language and it is going well!
I am relaxed in my work. I’m no longer stressed about getting so behind or having too much success because my health will let me and others down.
I didn’t climb the 14er in Colorado. Was lead to just enjoy feeling amazing and not push my body to the max anymore to survive. But I did hike some waterfalls and it was amazing! Every time I hike I get the giggles because I can feel the weight in both my feet now. I’m not so exhausted one half of my body doing all the work dragging the other half along. I’m not constantly afraid of falling on my face anymore.
A year ago I wouldn’t even been able to even tell you that was what my body was doing. The best explanation I could come up with then was ” part of my body feels like wood sometimes “.
I’ve not even come close to having a Lymes seizure/episode since July!!
My food allergies went from 86 to 26
24 severe to 4! This is so huge!
Also you were right about being able to look at past trauma differently. It doesn’t hurt me anymore. Relationships are healing too.
Wonderful that music is back in my life. Not just playing the piano. I have a voice!!! Who knew!? That last thing you did on my vocal chords released so much!! Maybe the chord wrapped around my neck at birth, maybe the trauma of abuse and being told my voice would kill others. Maybe all the things. But I have a voice and I’m going to praise God with it as long as he gives me breath!! I started voice lessons with my son in August and told my teacher it was for my son, I have a very weak voice. She wholeheartedly disagreed with me and has been showing me how untrue that is. I’m having so much fun!
There are many more things that keep improving over time. Habits are changing and I’m learning and improving new ones.
I don’t guess I have the words to truly thank you fully. But I praise God for you constantly. Thank you for listening as he gave you wisdom. Keep doing that please!
This is the best way I can sum this up:
Because you and the Fascia Counterstrain treatment are God’s answer to my years of prayers… I’m living! The past is there, the future is there and I am right here in this moment with a heart full of thanksgiving!
I appreciate you!
Charity
The first place that I have FINALLY felt some pain relief!!
I have suffered with chronic, intractable migraines for over 20 years and also now suffer with painful, inflamed Achilles tendinopathy that has lasted for almost a year. The unique manual therapy treatment at Tuckey and Associates Physical Therapy is the first place that I have FINALLY felt some pain relief!!
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I have suffered with chronic, intractable migraines for over 20 years and also now suffer with painful, inflamed Achilles tendinopathy that has lasted for almost a year. The unique manual therapy treatment at Tuckey and Associates Physical Therapy is the first place that I have FINALLY felt some pain relief!! I highly recommend this practice for anyone suffering from chronic pain. The therapists here are truly the ultimate healers and they have found a unique way to help the body heal that I have never experienced before.
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L. H.
I highly recommend this place
This technique has helped me so many times in the last few years. Thank you. I highly recommend thisRead more “I highly recommend this place”
C. G.
The whole place is full of positive energy…
This place, time and again, has been a work of miracles for me. Truly, Frederick’s diamond in the rough, as not many states are lucky enough yet, to have physical therapists who practice Brian Tuckey’s successful Strain Counterstrain modality of physical therapy treatment. I began with Brian, and continued her
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This place, time and again, has been a work of miracles for me. Truly, Frederick’s diamond in the rough, as not many states are lucky enough yet, to have physical therapists who practice Brian Tuckey’s successful Strain Counterstrain modality of physical therapy treatment. I began with Brian, and continued her being treated by PT assistant Tracy (no longer there), Chris, Cindy, and Karen. My latest two visits, I was blessed to meet Laura, another amazing practitioner of this PT modality, who has come to work there for the past two Summers, then returns to FL when the Summer season ends. I highly recommend all of them, whichever you can get in with, as they always have the scheduling book filled. They also now have an amazing acupuncturist, named Bailey, that works Mondays and Wednesdays. I have has several sessions with her, and loved each one! I love this place!! The whole place is full of positive energy, from the friendly and always accommodating Judy, at the front desk, the billing staff, to all of the wonderful PT practitioners who work there.
L
You can NOT find a better qualified Physical Therapist…
I have had the pleasure of dealing with Brian Tuckey since 2003 ( when he was with a different company) I followed him to his new practice – you can NOT find a better qualified Physical therapist. I had been to several therapists prior to meeting Brian & found that
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I have had the pleasure of dealing with Brian Tuckey since 2003 ( when he was with a different company) I followed him to his new practice – you can NOT find a better qualified Physical therapist. I had been to several therapists prior to meeting Brian & found that their techniques were ones I could easily do at home – I have a heating pad – thanks… Brian’s techniques surpass any therapy I have received in the past. He was instrumental in my tough recuperation from two cervical surgeries ( I actually reached out to him for support & advice before my second surgery!!!!) I still see Brian for ” maintenance” and most recently for a back injury. I had a recent FCE done by Physiotherapy Associates ( insurance recommended) what a difference in the professionalism, compassion and KNOWLEDGE- they were absolutely DREADFUL!!!! Brian & his whole team have compassion for what they do and for their clients. I suffer from a multitude of problems, but yet I find them all to be supportive and instrumental in my recovery and well being. You could not ask for more… I would ( and have) recommend his practice to anyone who needs quality care.
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Y
I am beyond grateful for the tireless work and commitment from Karen at Tuckey & Associates
Each and everyday I am beyond grateful for the tireless work and commitment from Karen at Tuckey & Associates, who truly has changed my life! After years of suffering from endometriosis and after multiple surgeries, I presented Karen with a complex range of symptoms that gave me daily pain, restricted
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Each and everyday I am beyond grateful for the tireless work and commitment from Karen at Tuckey & Associates, who truly has changed my life! After years of suffering from endometriosis and after multiple surgeries, I presented Karen with a complex range of symptoms that gave me daily pain, restricted my physical activity and over a period of time became very mentally exhausting! I knew immediately upon starting a series of cranial counter strain sessions that this was going to be a success. Having tried so so many other “physical therapies” and “myofascial release” I knew this made total sense and it would work. What I didn’t anticipate was the commitment both Karen and I would need to see this through to the end – we persevered for many months. Having not exercised or done any level of physical activity for 2 years, I am now exercising at least 3 times a week and have no limitations. I can 150% give credit to Karen for that HUGE transformation.
C. R.
I highly recommend it
After a nasty car accident and 6 months of painful PT, was sent here by my physical therapist when I stopped making progress with her. Justin works magic. Plain and simple. This technique is painless and amazing. I highly recommendRead more “I highly recommend it”
B. B
I’ve benefitted from each of the treatment sessions…
I have been blessed to be associated with Brian and his associates for about 20 years now in one capacity or another. But, today I’m writing to provide testimonials on two levels, both as a patient and as a clinician. I’ve been treated by Brian and his associates as well
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I have been blessed to be associated with Brian and his associates for about 20 years now in one capacity or another. But, today I’m writing to provide testimonials on two levels, both as a patient and as a clinician.
I’ve been treated by Brian and his associates as well as having taken 3 of the Counterstrain courses in the past several years. Subjectively, I’ve benefitted from each of the treatment sessions, but especially the most recent 6 I received from Brian, Karen and Cynde from November thru December 2017.
I’ve been using the Counterstrain techniques in the homes of a number of patients for a variety of conditions and even with my limited knowledge and skill have been able to relieve pain and restore function for those who have been restricted to their home environment due to their medically compromised conditions. The best part is that the benefits obtained have remained after completion of the home therapy. The patients have been fortunate to have you to turn to for further help.
Thank you (all) for your dedication to learning and teaching. I plan to continue to practice Counterstrain after I stop working in the home care environment.
I’ve been treated by Brian and his associates as well as having taken 3 of the Counterstrain courses in the past several years. Subjectively, I’ve benefitted from each of the treatment sessions, but especially the most recent 6 I received from Brian, Karen and Cynde from November thru December 2017.
I’ve been using the Counterstrain techniques in the homes of a number of patients for a variety of conditions and even with my limited knowledge and skill have been able to relieve pain and restore function for those who have been restricted to their home environment due to their medically compromised conditions. The best part is that the benefits obtained have remained after completion of the home therapy. The patients have been fortunate to have you to turn to for further help.
Thank you (all) for your dedication to learning and teaching. I plan to continue to practice Counterstrain after I stop working in the home care environment.
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J. S.
Results can be amazing. Highly recommended!!
Tuckey and Associates incorporate a rather amazing new technique called Strain and Counterstrain into their therapies. In fact, Brian Tuckey helped develop the techniques and is one of only four PT’s certified to teach this method in the US. It is a very light touch treatment that is unusual in
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Tuckey and Associates incorporate a rather amazing new technique called Strain and Counterstrain into their therapies. In fact, Brian Tuckey helped develop the techniques and is one of only four PT’s certified to teach this method in the US. It is a very light touch treatment that is unusual in that it affects not only muscle tightness, but also the supportive network of connective tissue generally unaltered by traditional pt or massage. Results can be amazing. Highly recommended!!
T. B.
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Fascial Counterstrain is designed to identify and correct dysfunction in all of the body’s systems including the vascular, visceral, nervous and musculoskeletal systems.
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