Guest guest Posted March 1, 2000 Report Share Posted March 1, 2000 Hi Yes, I had 12 sessions of Rolfing two years ago. Since that was before I was diagnosed with PA I can't tell you if it would help the PA, but I can tell you that it definately loosened me up. It is extremely painful but if you can breathe through the pain and let the Rolfer continue, it is very beneficial. I actually used my Lamaze breathing technique at times (which helped about as much as it did during 4 childbirths - NOT MUCH!) Anyway, the best way to describe it is deep muscle massage. The Rolfer will work on only one part of your body in a session (which is why a minimum of 10 sessions is recommended) He will use his hands, fingers and elbows to achieve the maximum effect. There were times I was in tears from the pain, but I surprised myself when I kept returning for another torture session. After 12 sessions, I actually 'grew ' a half an inch and my arms dropped down 3/4 of an inch. I didn't realize how hunched I was until after I was finally straightened up. Alot of miscellaneous pain disappeared and I felt I breathed easier, felt better and looked better after those gruelling 3 months of therapy. In conclusion, I do recommend you try it but only with a therapist who is accredited by the Ida Rolfe institute. There are too many people who call themselves Rolfers who could really hurt you. Another thing to note is that it usually is not covered by insurance and it could run you about $90 - $100 per session. I think I might actually return to my Rolfer for a ' tune up ' .. It has been a few years already and I could definately use a good stretching! Feel free to contact me if you have any other questions. Good Luck! Rivky Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 13, 2001 Report Share Posted January 13, 2001 Welcome Elsa J.. We are glad to have you with the list. Everyone here has been sooo helpful....Tonya P.S. Thanks for the info on rolfing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 14, 2001 Report Share Posted January 14, 2001 Rolfing manipulates the fascial connective tissue of the body. I recommend it it. Rolfing specializes in restoring balance and posture to the body. Vito >From: elsamar@... >Reply-bowel cleanseegroups >bowel cleanseegroups >Subject: Rolfing >Date: Sat, 13 Jan 2001 19:39:07 -0000 > >To Hale - Re your post #5784 - Rolfing was begun & it is named >for Ida P. Rolf. Rolfing is a deep, physical manipulation of the >body. If you go to the following website: www.askjeeves.com & type >in the question: " What is rolfing? " - you will get lots of >information on the topic. > I'd like to take this opportunity to mention how much I enjoy & >benefit from each person's post in this support group! I guess I've >been one of those people who has been " lurking " for a little while. > Elsa J. > > > _________________________________________________________________________ Get Your Private, Free E-mail from MSN Hotmail at http://www.hotmail.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 15, 2001 Report Share Posted January 15, 2001 Do you all have this book Fibromyalgia and Chronic Myofascial Syndrome"?I think it is contraindicated in with fibromyalgia but than again I think it could really help this tight fascia.........Tonya In a message dated 1/15/01 1:04:55 AM Central Standard Time, funkspinna@... writes: Rolfing manipulates the fascial connective tissue of the body. I recommend it it. Rolfing specializes in restoring balance and posture to the body. Vito Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 17, 2007 Report Share Posted December 17, 2007 Hi Kay, I had only one session of Rolfing many years ago. It just hurt so bad I didn't want anymore. A Swedish massage works best on me - the long strokes are soothing and most relaxing. Website on Rolfing for you and everyone http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rolfing Website on Massage in general, listing all types, including Swedish massage http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Massage I hope you and survived the heavy rains OK. Gretchen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 17, 2007 Report Share Posted December 17, 2007 Hi , Personally I have not but my boss who is a chiropractor had had this done. He said that it is very painful and expensive. He said that it does work but the cost was around $110 per visit. Granted he does not have CMT, but had osteoarthritis of the hip which recently had to be replaced. Hope this helped some. Teri Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 18, 2007 Report Share Posted December 18, 2007 You can buy several " rolfing " devices at stores like Bed, Bath and Beyond. They usually have rollers and a handle so the person applying it can really add pressure. I've tried those home rolfers and did not like it. It was really just a perceptual thing, but it seems that my nerves carry memory for pressure like that and I feel it continuing for days until I feel like I'm going batty. Last Christmas my daughter and I came across some of those massaging chair pads with the roller balls and they had one for the feet. I felt like I had one of those 3 inch diameter balls inside my shoe for 4 days. I will never use those massagers again. Nothing more powerful than a bare hand. I have only about 1/2 normal feeling in my left foot but it amplified and exagerated the feeling of the massaging balls, very unpleasant. Holli Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 23, 2007 Report Share Posted December 23, 2007 Hi Kay, Yes, I have rolfing done - it is also known as myofacial release. It is seriously painful, but I find it is one of the best things to keep me supple - I have it done in combination with Soft Tissue Release and Active Isolated Stretching. I have my feet rolfed, it is the most excruciating thing, but once done I walk on air for about 10 days! Good luck with it, Donna from London Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted December 23, 2007 Report Share Posted December 23, 2007 Home rolfing does not exist. There are devices that can be bought to simulate the effect, such as rollers, but real rolfing involves a very deep insertion of the practicioners fingers in the fascia of the muscles, to loosen the muscle connective tissues and increase circulations. Think of it like peeling the membrane from a chicken breast, and you get the idea. It is painful but can be a very effective way to increase blood flow, losen tight spots, and in general another method of improving our sense of well being. I go for about 2 hours every other week. Glutton for punishment. Oh - and in the off weeks I try to stretch, and my practitioner has suggested a tennis ball or super ball the roll under my foot to keep things loose. An inexpensive rolfing device! Donna from London Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted January 1, 2008 Report Share Posted January 1, 2008 Rolfing - The Medical Benefits Of Rolfing Rolfing is named after its founder, Dr. Ida Rolf (1896-1979), an American biochemist whose therapy was intended to integrate manipulative forms of treatment with bioenergetics (the study of energy in living systems). Rolf recognized that when we are well aligned, gravity can flow through us, allowing us to move easily. A poorly aligned body is pulled down by gravity and must struggle to keep its balance, trying to compensate for misalignment in one area by making changes in another, until the entire structure is weakened. The aim of the rolfer is to realign body structure, restoring it to balance.Rolfing relies predominantly on deep massage of the muscles and connective tissues (fascias). It does not focus on any specific area of symptoms but rather on manipulating the connective tissue to allow the body to return to a state of balance. When the body is balanced, the mind, nervous system, and all the organs and tissues to which it relates, function more efficiently and our innate healing system can work at its optimum. Elements of TherapyA full course of rolfing involves ten treatments, lasting about an hour each. Each session features a different part of the body, but is meant to fuse it with the parts that have been treated earlier, ultimately leading to complete integration.Tension in the fascial network is returned to normal by deep, slow pressure, allowing it to lengthen and separate where it has been shortened and compacted.Movement and psychology have become part of the training, and practitioners do not simply use deep manual pressure to stimulate changes. Emotional and physical problems may surface during treatment.CriticismsRolfing practitioners have suggested its use for a wide variety of medical conditions. Some scientific studies have reported possible improvement from using Rolfing for low back pain, cerebral palsy, and chronic fatigue syndrome, however, there is insufficient data to endorse its effectiveness as a therapy.Rolfing is generally regarded as safe. Because it involves deep tissue manipulation, pregnant women and people with skeletal, vascular, or clot disorders should consult a health care provider before undertaking Rolfing sessions.Why a Ten Session Series?Rolfers, in a broad sense, start their work with a client on the outside of the body, then move to the inside, then integrate the inside and outside. When a client commits to ten sessions, this gives the Rolfer plenty of time to consider the whole body and how that body relates to its self and to the earth. The ten sessions may be received in a short time--ten weeks--or over a longer time, ten months. This allows each client to integrate the Rolfing changes at their own speed. By: Franchis Article Directory: http://www.articledashboard.com Read out for Massage therapy. Check out mediterranean diet and herbs for high blood pressure Please Rate this Article 5 out of 54 out of 53 out of 52 out of 51 out of 5 Not yet Rated Click the XML Icon Above to Receive Alternative Medicine Articles Via RSS! Additional Articles From - Home | Health & Fitness | Alternative Medicine Herbal Medicine in China and Japan - By : Franchis Flower Remedies - How Flower Remedies Work - By : Franchis Flower and Tree Remedies - By : Franchis Chi Kung Information - By : Franchis Cranial Osteopathy - By : Franchis Feldenkrais Information - By : Franchis How a Herbal Therapist Works - By : Franchis Nutritional Therapy Information - By : Franchis Plant, Food and Mineral Therapies-Herbalism - By : Franchis About Reflexology Information - By : Franchis Sign Up for a free account or learn more. Article Directory SoftwareClick here to download the exact software that powers Article Dashboard for FREE. Start your own article directory today! Print This Article Post Comment Add To Favorites Email to Friends Ezine Ready Submit ArticlesMember LoginTop AuthorsSubmission GuidelinesEzine NotificationsArticle RSS Feeds New StuffAbout UsSite BlogForumLink to UsContact UsPrivacy PolicyTerms of ServiceFavicon Generator AutomobilesBusinessCommunicationsComputersFamilyFashionFinanceFoodHealthIllnessRecreationTravelBodybuilding © 2007 Article Dashboard. .Use of our service is protected by our Privacy Policy and Terms of Service Powered by Article Dashboard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 19, 2008 Report Share Posted February 19, 2008 , I haven't had any but the myofascial work....but am intrigued by all of the alternative/complimentary therapies. I guess I am thinking, " What is the down side of trying it out? " . If you hate, it you pay for the session and never go back...if it seems worhtwhile to you...you try again. It can't hurt you can it? Of course it would be awesome if you could find a great practitioner that you had great rapport with. Is it possible that your myofascial therapist is worried that you will be lost as a client? Take Care, Cam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 19, 2008 Report Share Posted February 19, 2008 Cam, It could be worth trying, there is one, I think over in Reading, MA. I would think if they undertand the situation they could alter accordingly. I hear it is a 10 week commitment, 2 times a week. http://www.rolfingstudio.com/pages/10_series.htm, if you want to read about it. > > , > > I haven't had any but the myofascial work....but am intrigued by all of > the alternative/complimentary therapies. > > I guess I am thinking, " What is the down side of trying it out? " . > > If you hate, it you pay for the session and never go back...if it seems > worhtwhile to you...you try again. It can't hurt you can it? > > Of course it would be awesome if you could find a great practitioner > that you had great rapport with. Is it possible that your myofascial > therapist is worried that you will be lost as a client? > > Take Care, Cam > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 19, 2008 Report Share Posted February 19, 2008 and Cam, My rolfer lives 1 ½ hours from me. When we (my husband and I) first went to her, our first session was free. It involved an evaluation including “before” pictures taken, medical history, and a “try out” of whether we thought we could/would want to go through with the full 10 sessions. Each session is 1 hour in length and she charges $85. Remember this is a rural part of the Midwest so don’t know what others charge but the sessions should all last at least 1 hour. She started at our feet. As the sessions progressed, she worked her way up the body to the head. I have gone for about 3 “tune-ups” over the past 14 years. Now, she just targets the areas that need it because of the progressing scoliosis. I think of it as an expensive massage with very long lasting results. I feel infinitely lighter afterwards. Rolfers can be found through an internet search: www.rolfing.org/ or http://www.rolfguild.org/usa.html But maybe they could be found just by asking around your local area. Remember that you are in charge of your own body. If it is uncomfortable, just tell them to stop. Most of my rolfer’s clients are physicians if that tells you anything. - From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of cammaltby Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 3:38 PM Subject: [ ] Re: rolfing , I haven't had any but the myofascial work....but am intrigued by all of the alternative/complimentary therapies. I guess I am thinking, " What is the down side of trying it out? " . If you hate, it you pay for the session and never go back...if it seems worhtwhile to you...you try again. It can't hurt you can it? Of course it would be awesome if you could find a great practitioner that you had great rapport with. Is it possible that your myofascial therapist is worried that you will be lost as a client? Take Care, Cam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2008 Report Share Posted February 20, 2008 , I have been to that site, it was most informative. I was just wondering if anybody who had, had revision surgery had resumed using rolfing. I will probably go for a consult. > > and Cam, > > My rolfer lives 1 ½ hours from me. When we (my husband and I) > first went to her, our first session was free. It involved an evaluation > including " before " pictures taken, medical history, and a " try out " of > whether we thought we could/would want to go through with the full 10 > sessions. Each session is 1 hour in length and she charges $85. Remember > this is a rural part of the Midwest so don't know what others charge but the > sessions should all last at least 1 hour. She started at our feet. As the > sessions progressed, she worked her way up the body to the head. I have > gone for about 3 " tune-ups " over the past 14 years. Now, she just targets > the areas that need it because of the progressing scoliosis. I think of it > as an expensive massage with very long lasting results. I feel infinitely > lighter afterwards. > > Rolfers can be found through an internet search: www.rolfing.org/ > or > > http://www.rolfguild.org/usa.html > > But maybe they could be found just by asking around your local > area. Remember that you are in charge of your own body. If it is > uncomfortable, just tell them to stop. Most of my rolfer's clients are > physicians if that tells you anything. - > > _____ > > From: > [mailto: ] On Behalf Of cammaltby > Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 3:38 PM > > Subject: [ ] Re: rolfing > > > > , > > I haven't had any but the myofascial work....but am intrigued by all of > the alternative/complimentary therapies. > > I guess I am thinking, " What is the down side of trying it out? " . > > If you hate, it you pay for the session and never go back...if it seems > worhtwhile to you...you try again. It can't hurt you can it? > > Of course it would be awesome if you could find a great practitioner > that you had great rapport with. Is it possible that your myofascial > therapist is worried that you will be lost as a client? > > Take Care, Cam > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted February 20, 2008 Report Share Posted February 20, 2008 , I’m sorry I couldn’t help you there. Do you think your revision doctor (was it Rand?) could answer that? From: [mailto: ] On Behalf Of redmarmie Sent: Wednesday, February 20, 2008 2:40 PM Subject: [ ] Re: rolfing , I have been to that site, it was most informative. I was just wondering if anybody who had, had revision surgery had resumed using rolfing. I will probably go for a consult. > > and Cam, > > My rolfer lives 1 ½ hours from me. When we (my husband and I) > first went to her, our first session was free. It involved an evaluation > including " before " pictures taken, medical history, and a " try out " of > whether we thought we could/would want to go through with the full 10 > sessions. Each session is 1 hour in length and she charges $85. Remember > this is a rural part of the Midwest so don't know what others charge but the > sessions should all last at least 1 hour. She started at our feet. As the > sessions progressed, she worked her way up the body to the head. I have > gone for about 3 " tune-ups " over the past 14 years. Now, she just targets > the areas that need it because of the progressing scoliosis. I think of it > as an expensive massage with very long lasting results. I feel infinitely > lighter afterwards. > > Rolfers can be found through an internet search: www.rolfing.org/ > or > > http://www.rolfguild.org/usa.html > > But maybe they could be found just by asking around your local > area. Remember that you are in charge of your own body. If it is > uncomfortable, just tell them to stop. Most of my rolfer's clients are > physicians if that tells you anything. - > > _____ > > From: > [mailto: ] On Behalf Of cammaltby > Sent: Tuesday, February 19, 2008 3:38 PM > > Subject: [ ] Re: rolfing > > > > , > > I haven't had any but the myofascial work....but am intrigued by all of > the alternative/complimentary therapies. > > I guess I am thinking, " What is the down side of trying it out? " . > > If you hate, it you pay for the session and never go back...if it seems > worhtwhile to you...you try again. It can't hurt you can it? > > Of course it would be awesome if you could find a great practitioner > that you had great rapport with. Is it possible that your myofascial > therapist is worried that you will be lost as a client? > > Take Care, Cam > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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