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Massage/Bodywork Techniques Used By Rosemary
Jin Shin DoJin Shin do is a method of releasing
muscular tension and stress by applying deepening finger
pressure to combinations of specific points on the body.
These points, called acupoints, are highly energized
spots along the body's meridians - pathways of energy
associated with body organs. Jin Shin Do, may be
translated as the "way of the compassionate
spirit". Applying simple, direct finger pressure to
acupoints helps release tension and reduce physical and
emotional stress. TragerThe Trager approach was developed by
Milton Trager, MD. It is a system of contemporary Western
bodywork that combines tissue and joint mobilization,
relaxation and movement re-education. Trager focuses on
creating the sensations of lighter, easier and freer
movement through affecting neurological mechanisms of the
body. ReikiReiki is a Japanese technique for
stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes
healing. It is administered by "laying on of
hands" and is based on the idea that an unseen life
energy flows through us. If one's life force is low, then
we are more likely to get sick or feel stress, and if it
is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy.
Reiki clears, straightens and heals the energy pathways,
thus allowing the life force to flow in a healthy and
natural way. The ability to use Reiki is not taught in
the usual sense, but is transferred to the student during
a Reiki class. The ability is passed on during an
"attunement" given by a Reiki master teacher
and allows the student to tap into an unlimited supply of
"life force energy". Lymphatic DrainageUninterrupted movement of lymph and
blood is necessary for the proper functioning of the
immune system and tissue repair. Lymphatic drainage
massage is a specialized form of Western massage that is
precise and rhythmic, consisting of gentle, slow,
repetitive strokes performed in a specific direction and
sequence to enhance lymph circulation. ReflexologyThe theory behind this technique is
that the feet are a mirror of the body which reflects any
disturbances in the body. Reflexology is aimed at
restoring balance. This is achieved through stimulating
the reflexes in the feet to cause a relaxation in the
corresponding body part. The basic technique is direct
pressure to the tops, sides and bottoms of the feet. Sports MassageSports massage is defined as the science and art of applying massage and related techniques to enhance the health and well-being of the athlete and to enhance athletic performance. It is based in traditional Western massage and has these applications: * enhance recovery from physical
activity Ortho-bionomyContained within patterns of holding
and tension is the information the body needs about how
to return to balance. If we spend many years using
incorrect posture, repeating movements that are stressful
to the body and generally subjecting the body to the wear
and tear of daily life, we create stress patterns that
bring the body to the edge of its limits of accomodating
any excess strain. In OB, the focus is on finding a
release position that creates comfort so that the body
notices how to be comfortable. Once the body is
comfortable, it relaxes. Myofascial ReleaseMyofascial Release addresses the
body’s soft tissue structure by releasing
restriction in the muscles and fascia caused by accident,
injury, postural distortion, poor cellular nutrition,
joint blockage, or emotional stressors. Trigger Point TherapyJanet Travell, MD, pioneer in trigger point therapy, was the White House physician to Presidents Kennedy and Johnson. Dr. Travell recognized that trigger points are small spots in muscles that are sore or radiate pain when pressed. These points are tense bands of tissue in muscles and tendons and are relieved through ischemic compression on the trigger point sites. |
