DFR Therapy

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The fascial system builds a three-dimensional continuum of soft, collagen-containing, loose and dense fibrous connective tissue that permeates the body and enables all body systems to operate in an… | Dr Georgios Kakavas The fascial system builds a three-dimensional continuum of soft, collagen-containing, loose and dense fibrous connective tissue that permeates the body and enables all body systems to operate in an integrated manner. Injuries to the fascial system cause a significant loss of performance in recreatio...

Dermal Fascial Restoration or DFR is a manual therapy technique with over 35 years clinical research experience created by Paul Mettler, DPT (Doctor of Physical Therapy). Chris Frederick, PT states, "I took the DFR online course and after using it on patients, I can state that this is one of the most effective techniques for scar tissue management and any densification of fascia resistant to slide and glide indicative of soft tissue immobility. DFR is fast, accurate and permanently effective!"

Through the Stretch to Win Institute, founders, authors and teachers Ann and Chris Frederick have a mission to bring you the science and the experience of the most progressive and effective concepts, methods and techniques for optimal whole person health, wellbeing and performance.

Go to StretchToWin.com for live workshops in Frederick Stretch Therapy™, online courses in LifeStretch® and see our books about self and assisted.

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Dermal Fascial Restoration: proven evaluation & treatment for scar tissue & fascia densification Dermal Fascial Restoration or DFR is a manual therapy technique with over 35 years clinical research experience created by Paul Mettler, DPT (Doctor of Physi...

Congratulations to our newest DFR Level 1 certified students Talia, Angela, and Fabian!
Talia sent me this text following her training last weekend with Dr Paul Mettler and Dr. Anil Joseph
“Absolutely! I 100% believe I wouldn’t be able to close my eye like I can if it wasn’t for your work and I’m forever grateful”

Calling all therapists, bodyworkers, and hands on clinicians!

Earn a certification in DFR® Level 1
Physical therapists earn 16 continuing education (CE) units in only 2 days (approved by the Illinois Physical Therapy Association (IPTA), while learning Dermal-Fascial Restoration® (DFR®).
Format: In Person Only, by Dr. Paul Mettler, PT, DPT, Dr. Jeff Schroder, PT, DPT, Dr. Anil Joseph, DPT
Where & When: Chicago, April 12th, 2025
Limited Availability: Maximum 15 students
Registration End Date: March 29, 2025

What is Dermal-Fascial Restoration®?
DFR Therapy is a precise and accurate manual therapy that pinpoints and restores damaged tissue, specifically tissue that has formed dermal and fascial adhesions/densifications that can cause chronic pain.

Learn directly from Dr. Paul Mettler, PT, DPT, the founder of the Mettler Institute and developer of Dermal-Fascial Restoration®. Free bonus resources are linked below to start your learning now!

A Memo from the Founder & Your Instructor
“I’ve helped hundreds of patients who have been told they have reached maximum medical benefits, suffer from post-surgical scarring, or have failed numerous other interventions. I would like to share my discovery with like-minded therapists who seek to heal and restore as I’ve done for over 30 years. Over the past 10 years, the science behind the use of this technique has been validated by the development of scientific research and advancements in technology, which have led to a greater understanding of fascia and its unique properties. I can now demonstrate with documented video evidence what my fascial work affects and how far into the dermis and fascia DFR corrects and reorganizes the damaged structure without harm. Dr. Paul Mettler, PT, DPT

Recommended Reading: “Fascia, Function, and Medical Applications: 2nd edition.” by David Lesondak and Angeli Maun Akey. (Available in Kindle, Hardcover, or Paperback) https://www.amazon.com/Fascia-Function-Medical-Applications-Lesondak-dp-1032656956/dp/1032656956/ref=dp_ob_title_bk
Ch. 21 Written by Dr. Paul Mettler, PT, DPT

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Testimonials From FST level 3 Graduates!

“Since taking the course in DFR it has been a game changer in my practice, and I have had amazing testimonials come from it. SO first and foremost THANK YOU THANK YOU! I want to use DFR to free up some of the scar tissue and FST for full body stretching and restoring as much of the body as possible.”
-Madison Thompson

“Thanks so much for the opportunity to learn the DFR method. I absolutely loved the class. Since I returned to Minnesota, I have done DFR on twelve clients, including a man in his 70s
who stood up after treatment, smiling and laughing, stating it's the first time in years he has been able to stand up without pain in his hip. He was completely baffled. I've had a significant increase in new clients, and current clients are now booking through February.”
-Lisa Albert

The Free Resources we promised!
Podcast episode with Chris Frederick, PT, COO of Stretch to Win Institute https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tAD3elpN3Us
(website referenced in video is outdated, current website is linked below under more clinical videos)

Clinical Videos

Nayia-- Pediatric Figure Skater
https://vimeo.com/932116466?share=copy

Justin Spring- Olympic Gymnast
https://vimeo.com/948540869?share=copy

More clinical videos below!
https://www.dfrtherapy.org/conditions-treated/
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Sincerely,

Dr. Anil Joseph, DPT
Physical Therapy Fellow
DFR Therapy Institute

Dermal Fascial Restoration: proven evaluation & treatment for scar tissue & fascia densification Dermal Fascial Restoration or DFR is a manual therapy technique with over 35 years clinical research experience created by Paul Mettler, DPT (Doctor of Physi...