Structural Medicine

Structural Medicine is a customized evaluation, treatment and collaborative team approach to an individual’s unique health issues.  Distinctive to the field of structural integration, Structural Medicine directly addresses specific pathologies, painful complaints, and movement dysfunctions. It bridges well-established and proven evaluation tools found in mainstream medicine (strength, range-of-motion and postural assessment) with the latest scientific developments in alternative treatment therapies (manual therapy,

myofascial release, movement education and neuromuscular re-education.)

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I practice Structural Medicine from a trauma informed perspective.

What that means is that I see you as not just the sum of your parts but as a whole, complex, beautiful human. I strive to provide an environment for your session that is both physically and emotionally safe.  You are in charge of your session and you always have a choice in how our time together proceeds.  If trauma is a part of your life, past or present, my background in Somatic Experiencing can be a component of your treatment. 

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A typical session lasts 2 hours to allow sufficient time to gather a

complete history, perform a thorough evaluation and to carry out the treatment followed by a re-evaluation to gauge progress. Rather than passively receiving treatment, clients are invited to participate in their session by engaging in various movements that will enhance the work.  For example, you may be asked to point and flex your foot while your lower leg is being treated. You are welcome to ask questions and engage in discussion.  I enjoy client education and use a variety of resources to share information with you about what I uncover in my evaluation and treatment.

 

Structural Medicine is not massage. My goal is to guide your session to be both relaxing and productive.  Pain should only be part of the picture if it feels completely tolerable and therapeutic in nature.  Anything else sends a message to the nervous system that there is a threat to the body and this is not conductive to positive outcomes.  Communication during sessions is vital and I will always work with you to make sure we stay within your level of comfort and tolerance. True healing comes from within you.