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Positional Release Techniques Ortho-Bionomy

http://www.alohamassageschool.com a href=http://www.alohamassageschool.comAloha Massage School of Massage Therapy/a http://www.alohamassageschool.com in Maui, Hawaii /nIn the structural application of Ortho-Bionomy (also known as Phase Four), positional release techniques are utilized to correct physical imbalances and to restore efficient functioning in muscles, joints and organs. Unlike osteopathy or chiropractic, Ortho-Bionomy does not use forceful manipulations. It is gentle, non-intrusive and safe, even in cases of acute injury and severe pain. The guiding principle in Ortho-Bionomy is to work with the body to activate self-correcting reflexes. Consider a stuck door. /nTrying to force it requires a lot of effort and you may end up with a doorknob in your hand instead of an open door. However, simply pushing into the door where it is stuck will often prompt it to release, opening easily. Ortho-Bionomy works in a similar way. /nInstead of trying to stretch a muscle that is tight, an Ortho-Bionomist will compress into it, giving the body direct feedback that the muscle is stuck and allowing the muscle fibers to slide apart. More precisely, through positioning, gentle touch and focused compression, proprioceptive reflexes in the joints and the stretch reflex in the muscles are activated. /nOur proprioceptive system tells us where we are in space and where the different body parts are in relation to each other, the stretch reflex lets us know what the relative tension in the tissue is. When the self-picture arising from these activated reflexes is processed by the nervous system, the body can decide whether the current state is optimum or not. /nSince our bodies naturally seek balance and most efficient function, the organism will self-correct once it becomes aware of an imbalance. Unless there are additional complications in other parts of the body or in the body-mind-emotion interface, /nhttp://www.alohamassageschool.com

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How to Apply Reflexology to the Hands

http://www.alohamassageschool.com a href=http://www.alohamassageschool.comAloha Massage School of Massage Therapy/a http://www.alohamassageschool.com in Maui, Hawaii /nAs a healing technique, reflexology is a system of stimulating target areas of the hands and feet to purportedly promote healing in other parts of the body. Reflexology is believed to relieve stress and to bring the body to a state of homeostasis, or equilibrium. Reflexology is purported to relieve conditions such as arthritis, insomnia and muscle aches./n Learn About Reflexology/n Step 1. Attend a course or seminar on the study and application of reflexology. If you are willing to pay for a more expensive course, find one that provides materials and hands-on experience. Narrow your choices by finding classes that focus on the hand. The International Institute of Reflexology sponsors a series of workshops for a more intensive learning experience or to gain accreditation /n Step 2. Log on to the Web to find additional articles, sites and resources on reflexology. Avoid web sites that are strewn with blinking ads and litter your desktop with pop-up ads. Start with the International Institute of Reflexology Web site and go from there./n Step 3. Use purchased or home-made reflexology instruments (such as rollers) to aid in performing this healing technique. Items range from inexpensive to expensive. Spend no cash by utilizing items from home, for example, a golf ball or a small, cylindrical spray can. Apply Reflexology to the Hands/nStep 1-Locate the areas of the body you feel need treatment./nStep 2-Use the reflexology chart to pinpoint the correct hand reflex zone or zones. Remember to check both hands./nStep 3 -Apply pressure to the desired hand reflex zone and gradually push harder. Do not apply so much pressure that the pain is unbearable, though you should feel a good amount or resistance./nhttp://www.alohamassageschool.com

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