The Beneifits of Rolfing

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Hello Everyone!

I haven't posted for a long time, I've been quite busy. I wanted

to share some information with you. My mother and I recently started

Rolfing Therapy and it's gone quite well. I'll give you all some

background on what exactly it is, since very few people have heard of

it.

By definition, Rolfing is the manipulation or deep tissue massage of

the body's connective tissue and muscles (fascia), in order to

realign and balance the body's structure. This leads to improved

posture, function, and general physical and emotional health.

At first, it is rather uncomfortable an even a bit painful. However,

that's to be expected. For CMTers, it's getting all of that tension

in our joints and muscles released. Even if it's uncomfortable during

the session when he/she is working on you, keep in mind that you

should always feel a great deal better immediately afterward.

Emotionally, it's so incredible after they release a particularly

tense muscle. I always start babbling incoherently or I laugh, my

mother has broken down crying before and not even known why. It's

amazing the way it plays with your senses.

The sessions took getting use to. My mother attended them first, and

then asked if I would be interested. She was honest with me,

informing me that he'll have me just in my bra and underwear when

he's working on me. The rolfer we go to is so professional, that it

doesn't bother me at all. The whole experience hasn't made me nervous

or uncomfortable, it's more like having a check up with your doctor.

(Keep in mind I am a fourteen year old American, and since America is

such a 'no touch' society, that was the only reason I felt any

initial hesitation.)

The appointments always begin by the rolfer placing their hands on

the back of your neck (since there is a bundle of nerves there).

They'll have you breathe deeply as they starting applying pressure is

certain areas. After you've relaxed, they'll move to other areas on

your body.

If any of you are interested in learning more about this, just reply

back to this post. I can't begin to tell you how much it's help me

out. Now, my movements tend to flow. My sleep has been uninterrupted

and comfortable. Much less tension, much less pain.

Marta