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FAQ'S
HOW
IS STRUCTURAL INTEGRATION DIFFERENT FROM CLINICAL MASSAGE THERAPY?Many
of the myofascial techniques are similar, however Structural Integration usually
slower and deeper than most massage. The most significant difference lies
in the series of sessions. Structural Integration aims to effect a change
over the whole alignment and functioning of the body over the series of sessions.
Massage therapy usually aims to relieve symptoms through work on that specific
area.
DOES
THIS FORM OF BODYWORK HURT? This method
of bodywork is not designed to be painful, however it is designed to effect
a change in the body's tissues. Compensations are often held in tough and
congested tissue, work in these areas can be sensitive and create sensation.
WHAT
DOES MYOFASCIA MEAN AND WHAT IS FASCIA?
Myofascia refers to tissues that are comprised of muscle (myo) and fascia.
Fascia is a remarkably piece of biology. It forms every supportive tissue
from the fluid blood to the solid bone, and a host of sheets, straps, and
slings in between. The muscular tissue moves us around, but it works through
the connective tissue fascia, tendons, and the ligaments at every turn, and
it is the connective tissue complex that holds us in the shape we are in.
ARE THESE
SESSIONS COVERED UNDER MEDICAL OR MSP? No,
currently Structural Integration is not covered in Canada.
HOW
OFTEN SHOULD I GET THESE SESSIONS? You
need to allow enough time between session to integrate what has happened during
the session, and not wait so long that you loose the momentum of the previous
session. This varies for everyone, but for most people this is one or two
weeks.
CAN KMI
HELP MY PAIN? The
KMI process of bodywork brings the myofascial system of the body into greater
ease and balance. With increase balance the body can find better alignment
and functioning. If your pain is caused by the myofascial system or its imbalance
then you are a good candidate for KMI, and it is likely to help your pain.
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