Want to learn
more about your personal situation? Ready to try it? “Go local” and
talk to a certified Rolfer near you ….Much of what we experience as stress is the result of an imbalanced body. When our physical structure is habitually bent, twisted, and compressed, the body glues itself together with tension in order to remain upright. The connective tissue that holds our bodies together is actually very flexible and will, with encouragement, adapt to new, healthy patterns of posture and movement.
Rolfing is a holistic approach to achieve that goal focused on manipulating the fascial web and improving the mind-body connection to re-educate the nervous system.
Fascia is a fibrous web that extends throughout the body and has different layers with different levels.Some research suggests fascia plays a role in how people experience stress and heal from trauma. When the brain can't process what's happening, it stores it in the fascia, which can lead to chronic stress and trauma manifesting as tension, pain, discomfort, and reduced mobility. This "emotional scar" can be created when chemical substances released after trauma alter the collagen structure in the fascia.
There is a growing body of evidence and considerable testimonials from practitioners in the field of bodywork that myofascial release approaches can help remove stress from the body and allow it to return to normal activity and behavior. These somatic approaches can also help with mental, emotional, and spiritual health.
After years of clients and colleagues asking for a
user-friendly
explanation of Rolfing SI I decided to write The Power of
Rolfing.
Clients who experience the benefits of Rolfing want to share
it with
others—they want a book that explains what they experienced.
Learn about my latest endeavor at www.meld.community
"I cannot recommend Rich enough to anyone interested with liberating their fascia, and reinvigorating their horizons!”
-- EK, College Student
Since I started the Rolf Method of Structural Integration, I have not had any back spasms. In addition, my posture has improved and the tension in my shoulders and back is gone. I have not had any spasms in over eight months."
-- John Kromminga, Ultra Marathoner
Reading articles and especially research takes effort… but sometimes you have to do the deep dive. This list of articles and research papers explore somatic bodywork ‘s role in dealing with stress, anxiety and PTSD in more depth and describe clinical studies and the other research ongoing in the field of Fascia research and trauma.
Parravicini G, Bergna A.
Tozzi P.
Tozzi P.
This paper offers an extensive review of the main fascia-mediated mechanisms underlying various therapeutic processes of clinical relevance for manual therapy.
Day JA, Copetti L, Rucli G.
Studies of fascial anatomy, histology, and physiology are changing comprehension of the role of fascia in many body functions.
Important Note: It's important to note that Rolfing, like any alternative medicine, may not work for everyone, and its effectiveness can vary from person to person. It is recommended that individuals consult with their healthcare provider should they have any health issues before beginning any new treatment approach, including Rolfing, to ensure it is appropriate for their condition.
