The body is a truly dynamic machine that operates best when the bony levers are positioned in a specific way to optimize muscular function. When clients are in pain, it is important to understand the purpose of that pain, and how it relates to chronic injury and disease. Increase yourunderstanding of the role of biomechanical alignment in restoring balance, health and longevity to all systems of the body. This workshop will cover:
objective vs. subjective alignment;
understanding the function of pain;
neurology, circulation and cellular health;
bony position for optimal muscular function;
corrective exercise for massage and somatic therapists; and
how you can use this work with your clients in assessment, treatment and follow-up.
Tim Harris, LMT ~ Neuro-Structural Bodywork Program Director
... is a certified Neuro-Structural Bodyworker and has practiced massage and bodywork for fifteen years.In 1990 he received certification in massage from the Institute for Holistic Studies in Ventura, CA and completed the Sports Massage Clinic at the Monterey Institute of Touch serving as the events coordinator for the Ventura County Sports Massage Team.Since then he has also trained in Myofascial Release, Touch for Health, Soft Tissue Release and Shiatsu, and is a Certified Restorative Exercise Practitioner.In addition to Neuro-Structural bodywork he currently teaches musculoskeletal anatomy and sports massage.He also practices yoga, Ta'I Chi and is an avid cyclist.
