By gently exploring and supporting preferred patterns of movement or stillness, the client is invited to actively participate and recognize their patterns. This conscious use of obstacles promotes change from stasis to mobility, and is beneficial in a variety of situations. Students learn isometric techniques and their specific and general applications. Textbook not required Recipients of Ortho-Bionomy work generally experience shifts in structural patterns toward more balanced and freer movement. In order to retain these changes and maintain the balanced structure, the practitioner reinforces the new patterns via simple exercises and movements given to the recipient aimed at re-educating the neuromuscular system and bringing a new level of body awareness.
Emphasis is placed on working with spinal curvatures including scoliosis.
Learn how to evaluate and address inefficient postural habits in your clients and yourself through accurate observation and simple exercises. Post-techniques focus on gentle movements that are designed to integrate the work done in a session or to help loosen up tight areas before starting specific work. Textbook not required A general understanding of the structure and function of the body organ systems can be beneficial in working with clients. Knowledge of medical terminology creates improved communication skills with other health care providers. In this introductory seminar an overview of the basic tissues, organ systems and homeostatic mechanisms of the human body will be explored.