Unwind and Release is a myofascial release practice in Nelson, run by Danielle Hankinson, who works on the fascia, the connective tissue that wraps muscles, bones and joints. The practice is on Level One at 243 Trafalgar Street, in the Koru Centre, Nelson Central. The website says the work is a gentle, hands-on therapy for chronic pain, restricted movement and tension patterns, and it suits people who are active and want to look after their body for the long term. Sessions use sustained pressure, sometimes held for three to five minutes in one spot, and no oil or lotion is used because the therapist works directly on the skin.
New clients can book a 60-minute intro session for $70 (usually $110) as at 2026, using the code INTRO40 when booking. A 6-session series is $595 as at 2026, and the website offers a free 15-minute session so people can try the work first. The website also has a free weekly newsletter on fascia and self-care, and a What to Expect page and FAQs. The website says this is not massage and not stretching, but a slower, layered approach that works on restrictions the other treatments may not address.