The Living Matrix

Dr. Still, the founder of Osteopathy, wrote, “The soul of man, with all the streams of pure living water, seems to dwell in the fascia of his body”. Recent scientific findings show that rather than simply being a connecting and enveloping tissue, fascia is a ‘liquid crystalline matrix’ that acts as an important communication system for the whole body. Fascia is highly innervated with specialized sensory nerves that relay information to the central nervous system and help regulate body physiology. It also plays a central role in the bio-tensegrity of the body. During this workshop, we will explore the new science of fascia and apply this knowledge with Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy hands-on treatment skills.

Topics covered include:

• fascial cells and the living matrix
• superficial fascia and deep fascia
• the role of myofibroblasts in fascia
• fascia as an important part of the nervous system
• the sensory nerves in fascia that respond to soft touch
• fascia as a piezo-electric, electromagnetic and light-based communication system
• tensegrity and biotensegrity
• fascial hydration and reciprocal tension
• synchronizing fascia to primary respiration
• the psoas fascia and its interconnections to the kidneys, diaphragm, bladder and pelvic organs
• the role of thoracolumbar fascia in lower back pain
• working with the midline function in long bones: "power points"
• fascial connections between the sphenoid and heart.

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