Thoughts on Deferred [Body] Maintenance

Many people's lives are very full and busy. One side effect of this is they put off doing things that are necessary. In the realm of bodywork, people don't book appointments when their body needs it. The delay allows their pain and stiffness to escalate.

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Barbara Jean Conti
A release for the psoas muscle

The psoas muscles come into play for many everyday movements and body functions. They are used in walking and to bend your legs toward the torso, such as sitting in a chair. You have one on each side of the body. They are the only muscles that extend between the mid back and the thigh.

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Barbara Jean Conti
Repetitive Strain Injuries and SI

A recent client is a serious amateur musician. She came in complaining of arm, neck, and shoulder pain on one side. She participates in several ensembles and had multiple concerts coming up. Needless to say, all those events required quite a lot of practice time. Her situation had all the hallmarks of a repetitive strain injury (RSI).

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Barbara Jean Conti
Eating (mostly) well

There seems to be an endless supply of opinions on what and when to eat for best  health. This is a topic that I have looked into for my own health and well-being. I’ll share a few things here that I have found helpful. You may want to consult a nutritionist or dietician for professional advice.

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Barbara Jean Conti