Neuromuscular therapy can be a great tool to for addressing stressed areas in the body. The bodywork often illuminates the stress like a roadmap; then with the heightened sense of awareness, recipients of treatment are engaged to take action. As the neuromuscular therapist stretches and loosens muscles and connective tissues, stress and muscular tension are released. The commitment to educating individuals on post treatment self-care is a tremendous part of the process in the journey through a life of optimal health. Neuromuscular therapy, often prescribed for injuries and conditions of pain, works at softening the tissues so that the therapist can move in more deeply to break up adhesions. This allows tissues to become more pliable and supple, the way they were intended! It is then that the body can put spasm and pain in the rearview mirror and find heightened ranges of motion while maintaining a venerable sense of stability.

What can bodywork really do?
Physical Level

Deep relaxation and stress reduction
Relief of muscle tension and stiffness
Reduced muscle spasm and tension
Relief from entrapment of nerves in muscle
Greater joint flexibility and range of motion
Increased ease and efficiency of movement
Promoted deeper and easier breathing
Better circulation of both blood and lymph fluids
Reduced blood pressure
Relief of tension-related or eye-strain headaches
Healthier, better nourished skin
Improved posture
Faster healing from pulled muscles and sprained ligaments
Reduces pain, swelling, and formation of scar tissue following injury
General health maintenance

Mental Level

Relaxed state of alertness
Reduced mental stress: a calmer mind
Greater ability to monitor stress signals and respond appropriately
Increased capability for clearer thinking

Emotional Level

Feeling of well-being
Reduced levels of anxiety
Increased awareness of mind-body connection
Enhanced self image
A sense of being unified and in harmony