Rolfing is not a new practice, but in recent years it has seen a renewed interest from people looking for solutions to chronic aches and pains. Originating in the 1940s, Rolfing is a form of therapy that has been utilized for decades. If you’re suffering from chronic tension and stress in your body, you might be looking to try alternative solutions to the more popular massage therapies and exercises. Here are some of the benefits of Rolfing therapy for people suffering from chronic aches and pains. Rolfing Addresses the Whole Body Unlike therapies such as deep tissue massage that focus on particular areas of concern, Rolfing therapy aims to address the whole body. Rolfing massage seeks to ease tension in the entire body by working to alleviate tightness in the fascia, or connective tissue. While some people may have specific areas where they have muscle knots or tension, others may be experiencing chronic pain throughout the body. Rolfing massage is suitable for people who are experiencing full-body pains as well […] Continue reading
Common Benefits of Rolfing
Pain is pain. It can happen to anyone at any age. However, when you have pain from Temporomandibular joint syndrome (TMJ), it’s caused by something structural or functional. While your dentist may have suggested surgery, you’re not ready to go this route even though you’re ready to start feeling better. You’ve tried many ways to treat your TMJ, but have you ever stopped to consider using a more holistic health practice to alleviate your pain? This approach is another option worth considering. In specific, you should take a moment to consider getting a Rolfing (structural integration) treatment. The Benefits of Structural Integration for Health There are many reasons why this form of structural integration is beneficial for people suffering from TMJ. Before passing any judgment on this holistic system, why not take a moment to consider these benefits? Ultimately may find that many of these benefits are what you’ve been seeking all along. Relief for TMJ There are so many names that this disorder is known by (e.g., jaw clicking, […] Continue reading