JORDAN R. SMITH RMT

"It's about Facing the Trauma and Embarking on a Journey of True Healing & Recovery"

- Jordan R. Smith RMT

Jordan R. Smith RMT

John F. Barnes' Cervical Thoracic Seminar Dallas, Texas 2022

Jordan R. Smith has been a practicing member of MTAS since graduating from the McKay Massage and Hydrotherapy Program in 2011. Aside from evolving his private practice, Jordan began much of his career teaching Anatomy, Systemic Anatomy and Physiology to massage therapy students. In 2014, Jordan was elected to the Board of Directors of MTAS (Massage Therapy Association of Saskatchewan). He continues to be active within the sub-committees to further the advancement and benefits of Public Knowledge and Massage Therapy in Saskatchewan.

To fuel his passion for anatomy, Jordan leads the Cadaver Labs at the University of Saskatchewan. These labs provide an immersive learning experience, allowing MTAS members to deepen their understanding of human anatomy in a hands-on, real-world setting.

Today, Jordan specializes in the John F. Barnes' Myofascial Release Approach®. Myofascial Release Therapy (MFR) is a gentle, hands-on technique designed to gradually soften, lengthen, and realign the fascia, promoting healing and alleviating pain. It’s especially effective for unexplained spinal, muscle, and joint pain, as well as complex conditions that involve multiple symptoms of pain and dysfunction.

The fascial system is a three-dimensional web of connective tissue that runs throughout the body, from head to toe. It provides structure and holds us together. When trauma, poor posture, or inflammation occur, restrictions can develop in the fascia, binding down on sensitive structures like nerves, muscles, blood vessels, bones, and organs. MFR helps to uncover the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction, many of which are invisible to standard medical tests.

John F. Barnes' Myofascial Release Approach® Completed Courses:

Myofascial Release Therapy I (2012, 2018)

Myofascial Release Therapy II (2015, 2024)

Fascial Pelvis (2016, 2023)

Myofascial Mobilization (2017)

Myofascial Unwinding (2018, 2024)

Myofascial Release Skill Enhancement (2019)

Myofascial Release Womens Health (2020)

Cervical Thoracic (2022)

Myofascial Rebounding (2022)

Fascial Cranium (2022)

Advanced Unwinding (2022)

Quantum Leap (2023)

After receiving training directly from John F. Barnes, Jordan has discovered that Myofascial Release has done more to support healing and improve movement ability in his clients than any other therapy technique. Jordan works throughout the year to continually advance his skill set to keep up with the ever evolving needs of patient care and to bring those skills into a the treatment room with each and everyone he sees. With this skill set, he focuses on the causes of your current symptoms, rather than the symptom itself to create a lasting effect and relief. In the words of John F Barnes, "Begin with the area of pain and look elsewhere for the cause."

Jordan’s clients range from young infants to the elderly (all varying in conditions, including lower back pain, fibromyalgia, acute/chronic injuries, carpal tunnel, TMJ, headaches, whiplash, postural dysfunction, pelvic imbalances, neurological conditions, scars, sciatica and sport injuries). Jordan is very passionate about his patients’ health and places a strong emphasis on individualized education about the body and self-care recommendations such as stretching, strengthening and postural awareness.