Ortho-Bionomy: A Path to Self-Care
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| Rating | : | 4.95 (528 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1556437919 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 344 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-01-16 |
| Language | : | English |
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Best investment I have made in self care I never liked paying a physical therapist $Best investment I have made in self care Rashomoan I never liked paying a physical therapist $40 or more for a single visit and have been looking for a good reference similar to the Positional Release Therapy in order to treat myself, and this book does the job. It is clearly written and I have used a number of the releases repeatedly in the course of starting a yoga program in my lat. 0 or more for a single visit and have been looking for a good reference similar to the Positional Release Therapy in order to treat myself, and this book does the job. It is clearly written and I have used a number of the releases repeatedly in the course of starting a yoga program in my lat. Two Stars too many stories, not enough guidance.. Four Stars Amazon Customer Just a little light reading
. She teaches thirty seminars on the subject per year, mentors students and instructors, presents at conferences, and write articles for newsletters in the United States, Australia, and New Zealand. She divides her time between San Francisco, Australia, and Fort Pierce, FL. Luann Overmyer has worked with thousands of patients in her Ortho-Bionomy private practice
The book also includes simple movements and exercises to increase ease, function, strength, and flexibility once the pain has subsided. Rounded out with human-interest stories and client examples, this accessible work can be used quickly and effectively by anyonewith pain.. Selected topics include low back, hip and knee pain, neck, shoulder, and rib releases, repetitive strain injuries, and arthritic pain in the hands. Not only are the techniques simple to perform, but they can be done on one’s own, without the use of special equipment. Positions for each part of the body are clearly described in lay terms and illustrated with photos and drawings. Ortho-Bionomy is based on the premise that the body inherently knows how to heal and self-correct, given the opportunity. Quick fixes for sciatica, suggestions for dealing with menstrual cramps, and gentle movement exercises to address posture, scoliosis, and flexibility of the spine are just a few among 150 techniques described. This user-friendly self-help guide by one of the pioneers of the approach presents positions, postures, and movements designed to release tension and ease pain
The clarity and simplicity of the explanatory information and self-care exercises that Luann provides make them accessible and understandable for a wide range of readers. You won’t need special equipment or clothing, only your time and this sublime and very practical compendium.”—Christina Montes de Oca, advanced instructor and cofounder of the Ortho-Bionomy Practitioner Training Programs at the New Mexico Academy of Healing Arts“This is a great collection of tools for patient self-care. One does not need to be familiar with Ortho-Bionomy to get profound benefit from this volume. The level of specificity makes it very practical for self-care.”—Phillip Moffitt, director of the Life Balance Institute and author of Dancing With Life: Bud