Frequently Asked Questions
How long do the effects of structural integration last?
SI is a powerful form of bodywork that shows positive changes in structure years after completing the 12 series. Most exciting is that most client either do not need to come back for more work or come back after a year or two saying "I feel great, can I get even better?" at which point the journey may continue into the advanced work of SI.
What is the ideal interval between sessions?
Typically sessions are one to two weeks apart. However, a disscussion is needed for us to understand what is ideal for you. Sessions maybe as often as four days apart or as long as a month apart.
What do I wear?
Please wear underwear that you will be comfortable in for the session. For women, normal bras are usually better than sports bras which cover much of the upper back, and briefs or small shorts or two-piece swimsuits are fine. For men, briefs, swimming trunks or short boxers are fine. I need to observe and contact as much of the body as possible while respecting your modesty and comfort level.
What is fascia?
Fascia is the term used for the matrix of connective tissue that through manipulation allows change to take place. As the reseach develops more and more is understood about this amazing substance. To learn more about its contractive abilities, plascticity and fluidity go to the fascia reasech congress website.
Are you qualified and insured?
Yes, it is unlawful to practice if one is not insured. I have many qualifications (see About your practitiioner)
Am I too old/young for this work?
To date the youngest I have worked with is 9 years old, however as the photo below shows this work is useful for yonger.
The oldest I have worked with is 73. The amazing thing is that the bodies plascticity remains into old age so alot can be done.
The oldest I have worked with is 73. The amazing thing is that the bodies plascticity remains into old age so alot can be done.
What is the difference between SI and Rolfing
Structural integration is the term Dr Rolf used to describe her own
work. Rolfing is a copy writed term that explains the original 10 series
of work by Dr Rolf. Since that time SI has developed and changed,
whilst still being true to the original ideas of Dr Rolf. Tom Myers,
amongst others, has added to the orginial work, taking into account the
latest fascial research.
Where can I find more information?
Websites
International Association of Structural Integrators - the governing body of SI
Anatomy Trains - the website of KMI and Tom Myers
Books
Some of the books that have most influenced my work
(in no particular order)
Anatomy Trains - Tom Myers
Rolfing - Ida Rolf
Job's Body - Dean Juhan
Body and Mature Behaviour - Moshe Fleldenkrais
The Endless Web - Schultz/Feltis
Atlas of Anatomy - Thieme
Fascial Release for Structural Balance - Earls/Myers
Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth - Buckminster Fuller
Body3 - Myers
Blue Fire - James Hillman
Waking the Tiger - Levine
Spacious Body - Maitland
Anatomy of Movement - Lamotte
The Thinking Body - Mabel Todd
Wolf Solent - john Cowper Powys
The Four Quartets - T S Eliot
Rolfing - Ida Rolf
Job's Body - Dean Juhan
Body and Mature Behaviour - Moshe Fleldenkrais
The Endless Web - Schultz/Feltis
Atlas of Anatomy - Thieme
Fascial Release for Structural Balance - Earls/Myers
Operating Manual for Spaceship Earth - Buckminster Fuller
Body3 - Myers
Blue Fire - James Hillman
Waking the Tiger - Levine
Spacious Body - Maitland
Anatomy of Movement - Lamotte
The Thinking Body - Mabel Todd
Wolf Solent - john Cowper Powys
The Four Quartets - T S Eliot