Rolfing®

Rolfing, also known as Rolfing® Structural Integration, is a form of bodywork developed by biochemist Ida P. Rolf, PhD, in the 1940s. The core principle of Rolfing is that manipulating the fascia (connective tissue in the body) can result in lasting changes in chronic pain, movement patterns and posture. 

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Fascia is a network of connective tissue that holds all of our internal body parts in place. It keeps our organs positioned correctly and surrounds our muscles. Fascia helps stabilize our bones, and it is attached to every muscle, tendon, ligament, bone, and tissue in our body.

 

Rolfing has a unique focus compared to other bodywork therapies. Kirby utilizes hands, knuckles, elbows, and other tools to release, to realign, and balance the entire body. The goal is to create more space in the fascia, which helps release tension and free up room within the body. 

 

The strengths of Rolfing lie in its attention to the structure of the skeleton and fascia, allowing practitioners to identify subtle asymmetries, and Kirby's ability to locate areas of constriction can lead to significant results.