by Barbara | Jun 20, 2015 | Uncategorized
As of June 2015, I’ve completed the fourth level of Visceral Manipulation™ (VM4) training through the Barral Institute. In VM 4, we learned techniques for the thoracic cavity (lungs, heart, pleura, diaphragm) and for the cervical fascia, ribs, clavicles, esophagus,...
by Barbara | Mar 24, 2015 | Uncategorized
In the following article and video, I explain how falls to the sacrum can later lead to menopause back pain. Major falls on the sacrum before age 25 can cause a shift in the growth plates that may haunt you many years later. This is often the cause of severe low back...
by Barbara | Jan 20, 2014 | Restorative Exercise, Uncategorized, Uterine Health
Walking and other movements cause the uterus to passively follow your movements. “This promotes the natural and healthy mobility of the uterus. Simple inactivity, even without a structural problem, can reduce mobility and thereby predispose parts of the uterus to...
by Barbara | Jan 7, 2014 | Uncategorized
The Amethyst Richway BioMat offers far-infrared heat, negative ions, and amethyst crystals for a deep soothing heat. Far infrared heat penetrates into the body about 7 inches! The amethyst crystal channels are laid over 17 different bonded materials that work to...
by Barbara | Dec 5, 2013 | Restorative Exercise, Uncategorized
“For every inch of Forward Head Posture, it can increase the weight of the head on the spine by an additional 10 pounds.” -Kapandji, Physiology of Joints, Vol. 3 The image below is an X-ray of my neck. The blue line shows where my head is supposed to line up; the red...
by Barbara | Aug 26, 2013 | Uncategorized
“One in 10 women misses one to three days of work each month because of debilitating menstrual cramps. “Sound Medicine” field producer Andrea Muraskin was one of those women. After trying every recommended medical treatment, Muraskin finally found relief from a...
