Getting Rolfed often arouses emotional responses in clients that can be mild and practically unnoticeable as well as strong and cathartic. Changes in the body, through various neurobiological mechanisms, affect the functioning of the brain, with … [Continue reading]
An Interview with Robert Schleip on Science and Complementary Medicine
In this interview with Dr. Ginger Campbell, M.D. of the Books and Ideas blog, Germany's first Certified Rolfer, Dr. Robert Schleip, PhD discusses the role of science in the world of complementary medicine. Topics include a German study on the … [Continue reading]
The Leon Fleisher Rolfing Story
Leon Fleisher is a world-renowned pianist and conductor whose career hit an abrupt and stunning roadblock when his right hand stopped working. He sought out help with the symptoms of repetitive strain injury and carpal tunnel syndrome to little … [Continue reading]
Rolfing Results: Elisha
These are photos of Elisha.* They have been altered to show only the outlines to protect her identity and more clearly show the contour differences that occurred as a result of the Rolfing 10-series and three Movement Integration … [Continue reading]
Rolfing and Fascia in the News
Rolfing is making the science news. Science Magazine, "the world's leading journal of original scientific research, global news, and commentary," has an excellent write up about the recent First International Fascia Research Congress in its … [Continue reading]
What is the Rolfing® Ten Series?
The hallmark of Rolfing Structural Integration is a standardized “recipe” known as the Ten Series, the goal of which is to systematically balance and optimize both the structure (shape) and function (movement) of the entire body over the course of … [Continue reading]
Who’s been Rolfed? (famous figures)
The following famous people have undergone Rolfing: Professional athletes Phil Jackson, Los Angeles Lakers coach says, "I'm the kind of person that likes to physically challenge myself. I think (Rolfing) is a valuable resource...for keeping myself … [Continue reading]
What are the benefits of Rolfing?
People come to Rolfing looking to: Find relief from chronic pain (repetitive strain, tendonitis, carpal tunnel syndrome, thoracic outlet syndrome, low-back pain) Speed injury recovery Improve poor posture (hunched shoulders, swayback, craned … [Continue reading]