Myofascial Release
A gentle stretching of soft tissue, or following the natural slide and glide of the tissue that occurs when contact is made.
What a session includes
Treatment techniques
The type of manual therapy used depends on the restriction that is discovered. Many of the gentle hands-on techniques are derived from osteopathic concepts, and several methods are usually combined in a single session.
Muscle Energy Techniques
Improves alignment of the joints and spine through light muscle contractions followed by joint repositioning, aiding proper biomechanics.
CranioSacral Therapy
Gentle touch promotes optimal flow of cerebrospinal fluid within the membranes of the brain and around the spinal cord. Mobilization of the sacrum and cranial bones reduces tension in the nervous system.
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Places the dysfunctional muscle, joint, or spinal segment into a position of ease, relaxing the guarding response and allowing the body to self-correct its alignment.
Functional Indirect Technique
Achieves gains in mobility and relaxation of surrounding tissue by moving into the position of ease instead of working into the barrier of a restriction.
Joint Mobilization
A precise, passive manual technique designed to increase the flexibility of the articular capsule and/or reduce pain.
Mind-Body Work
Relaxation training, grounding, and guided imagery to help free blocked energies, release tension, and promote a strong life-force within the body.
Therapeutic Exercises
Reinforce the changes in posture and flexibility made during sessions — core stability, stamina, and specific work for reducing the effects of osteoporosis. Emphasis is on exercises easily done at home.