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FAQ's
Rolfing is an inquiry into the optimal functioning of the human being. It is a system of body
re-education and manipulation originally known as structural Integration and the product of over
50 years of study and practice by creator, Dr. Ida P. Rolf. Originally an organic chemist with the
Rockefeller Institute, Dr. Rolf perfected the technique of Rolfing Structural Integration over many
years before establishing a training program and professional organization of around 1300
practitioners worldwide. Rolfing addresses the body stocking under the skin known as Fascia.
Restricted fascia causes the whole body to conform to its form, like a latex glove when it is not
put on the hand correctly. What separates Rolfing from other somatic practices is the Rolfers
premise about a persons relationship to themselves and to their environment:
1.) Most human beings are out of alignment with gravity. 2.) We function better when we are
lined up with the earths gravitational field. 3.) The human body is so plastic that it's alignment
can be brought into harmony at anytime in a persons life.
Research from the movement behavior laboratory at UCLA has shown that ther is a more
powerful sense of grace, ease, efficiency of movement and often the release from stress
caused by gravity resistant patterns from Rolfing. The sessions are classically given in a set of
sessions with individual post-ten sessions if needed. Every session prepares the body for the
next session and builds upon the prior ones.
Why do the ten series?
The ten series is the opportunity to address the asymmetrical pattern in the body systematically.
The research briefly discussed above finds that the Rolfing ten series recipe is the best way to
achieve structural goals. The asymmetrical pattern did not appear at once, thus to create a new
potential takes more than a single session. Often more than ten sessions is desired from
persons recieving the ten series.
The way that the first session feels should be a good enough indicator of the need for further
work.
Rolfing, Massage, and Chiropractic
Rolfing differs from massage in that massage is not sufficient to achieve the desired results and
massage in general is not designed to change an individuals structural patterns. Massage may
feel good when receiving and is soon lost because the fascial restrictions have not been
released and reintegrated systematically. Chiropractic, like massage, does not address the
fascial restrictions that envelope the bone and entire structure, thus after a manipulation the
manipulation has lost its hold. Neither massage nor Chiropractic apart from Rolfing can
accomplish the results. Massage and Chiropractic can be helpful, but not in the same context as
Rolfing-Structural Integration.
Is Rolfing Uncomfortable?
Rolfing may at times feel deep or uncomfortable, but it depends on the Rolfer. My style of
Rolfing accomplishes the structural goals with minimal discomfort and is communicated by my
clients that it does not hurt, but is extremely pleasing.
What do I wear?
Unlike massage, with Rolfing the client is clothed with underwear, 2 piece swim suit, or
accessible exercise wear. The top for women has to expose the ribs and back almost entirely so
under wear is often the choice.
Can children be Rolfed?
Children can be Rolfed and Pediatric Rolfing is offered on a case by case basis.
John Barton, Certified Rolfer and Rolfing-Fort Worth-Dallas-Austin-Arlington-Denton
Texas-Oklahoma
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FAQS
Rolfing is an inquiry into the optimal functioning of the human being. It is a system of body
re-education and manipulation originally known as Structural Integration and the product of over
50 years of study and practice by creator, Dr. Ida P. Rolf. Originally an organic chemist with the
Rockefeller Institute, Dr. Rolf perfected the technique of Rolfing Structural Integration over many
years before establishing a training program and professional organization of around 1300
practitioners worldwide. Rolfing addresses the body stocking under the skin known as Fascia.
Restricted fascia causes the whole body to conform to its form, like a latex glove when it is not put
on the hand correctly. What separates Rolfing from other somatic practices is the Rolfers premise
about a persons relationship to themselves and to their environment:
1.) Most human beings are out of alignment with gravity. 2.) We function better when we are lined
up with the earths gravitational field. 3.) The human body is so plastic that it's alignment can be
brought into harmony at anytime in a persons life.
Research from the movement behavior laboratory at UCLA has shown that ther is a more powerful
sense of grace, ease, efficiency of movement and often the release from stress caused by gravity
resistant patterns from Rolfing. The sessions are classically given in a set of sessions with
individual post-ten sessions if needed. Every session prepares the body for the next session and
builds upon the prior ones.
Why do the ten series?
The ten series is the opportunity to address the asymmetrical pattern in the body systematically.
The research briefly discussed above finds that the Rolfing ten series recipe is the best way to
achieve structural goals. The asymmetrical pattern did not appear at once, thus to create a new
potential takes more than a single session. Often more than ten sessions is desired from persons
recieving the ten series.
The way that the first session feels should be a good enough indicator of the need for further work.
Rolfing, Massage, and Chiropractic
Rolfing differs from massage in that massage is not sufficient to achieve the desired results and
massage in general is not designed to change an individuals structural patterns. Massage may
feel good when receiving and is soon lost because the fascial restrictions have not been released
and reintegrated systematically. Chiropractic, like massage, does not address the fascial
restrictions the envelope the bone and entire structure, thus the day after a manipulation the
manipulation has to be done again and again, sometimes almost indefinitely. Neither massage nor
Chiropractic in general can accomplish the results, techniques and time lines that are consistent
the way that Rolfing can. Massage and Chiropractic have their place, but not in the same context
as Rolfing-Structural Integration.
Is Rolfing Uncomfortable?
Rolfing may at times feel deep or uncomfortable, but it depends on the Rolfer. My style of Rolfing
accomplishes the structural goals with minimal discomfort and is communicated by my clients that it
does not hurt, but is extremely pleasing.
What do I wear?
Unlike massage, with Rolfing the client is clothed with underwear, 2 piece swim suit, or accessible
exercise wear. The top for women has to expose the ribs and back almost entirely so under wear
is often the choice.
Can children be Rolfed?
Children can be Rolfed and Pediatric Rolfing is offered on a case by case basis.
The Certified Rolfing Ten Series has the potential to reduce pain and release tension in the
connective and myofascial tissue of the body associated with TMJ, CTS, RLS, Fibromyalgia,
Sciatica, Fascitis, Bunions, and Scoliosis. Fascial asymmetries can cause foot, leg, knee, hip,
back, shoulder, neck, arm, hand, and head pain; integration therapy is necessary. Orthopedic,
Chiropractic, Physical, and Massage Therapist recognize Rolfing and Rolf Movement as premium
pain management utilizing Structural, Functional, and Postural Integration.
John Barton, Certified Rolfer and Rolfing-Fort Worth-TX-Dallas-Austin-Arlington-Denton
Texas-Oklahoma
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