Wellness/biohack culture is obsessed with the vagus nerve and yet often misses the point of what can be helpful about understanding the polyvagal theory and the individual dynamism of each of our vagal systems. There isn’t a shortcut for deepening our capacity for both self and co-regulation.
Read MoreIt's okay to play with anatomy and our ideas together to process our understanding and share with others without being hung up on exactitude. I recently had some fun exploring the polyvagal system and its potential impact on overall patient care.
Read MoreOne of the most important regions of the body when it comes to treating myofascial pain and some visceral issues is the thoracolumbar junction (TLJ). It is where the thoracic spine meets the lumbar spine - and a whole lot more.
Read MoreWe are in the midst of evolving health challenges, and there is very little that the conventional healthcare system will be able to offer those who are suffering from complications related to long COVID. Our work as holistic health practitioners is a missing link in our decidedly under functioning healthcare system. Because of this, it seems relevant to consider craniosacral work as a component of care—and hopefully healing—for people suffering multiple chronic and long-term afflictions after COVID infection.
Read MoreUnder our current healthcare system, bodyworkers, naturopaths, and TCM practitioners are all expected to treat the people and symptom sets that the system can’t or won't.
We are the main interface with healthcare for many. That means we have to be looking out for our people. As we move deeper into the pandemic, our role is essential.
Providing effective treatment to patients in the healing and recovery stages of COVID infection demands a nuanced, oblique view of this new disease vector.
I recently had a case that underscores the importance of how we treat COVID, holistically.
Read MoreMoving Mountain Institute is a training academy for clinical study and a practicing healthcare clinic. Founded by Michael McMahon, LAc, LMT, the Institute offers the highest caliber continuing education courses for natural medicine practitioners. Hands on workshops in myofascial release, cranialsacral therapy, and integrated visceral techniques are ideally suited for the Chinese medicine practitioner / acupuncturist. The institute is located in Portland, OR.
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