The sweater metaphor illustrates how holding in one place can affect the whole body
The Dr. Ida P. Rolf method of Srtuctural Integration is a unique system of deep tissue work and movement education. Structural Integration helps release long-held tensions. With the body more at ease, athletes report noticeable decrease in injuries. People who complain of feeling stiff become more limber. And those of us who sit at the computer all day find that we can sit upright with ease and are less likely to suffer from repetitive strain. Structural Integration resolves underlying imbalances in the whole body and bring permanent relief. As your body becomes more open and more aligned, strain and tension are reduced everywhere.
Testimonial: I tore a ligament in my knee in a skiing accident. I treated the injury with rest, ice, and elevation and soon followed up with Structural Integration treatments and some strengthening exercises. Because my knee was not compromised by undue stresses coming from misalignment, and because scar tissue and compensation patterns were addressed, I can move easily without the ligament she no longer has. After a period of recovery, I have been able to continue dancing, my great passion.
Structural Integration is a holistic treatment; it addresses the whole body. Symptomatic pain often points to a problem in a different area of the body. Knee pain might be the result of fallen arches or a misalignment in the hip region. Painful wrists might indicate tension in the shoulders. Before each session, your practitioner determines the areas of imbalance, and emphasizes those areas. Even though the practitioner does not focus exclusively on the area of discomfort, most clients find improvement and relief after just one session.