Editor’s Note: To honor the legacy of Dr. Maitland, we have: (1) A reprint of “The Tao of Rolfing” by Jeffrey Maitland, PhD, originally appearing in this publication, on page 1 of the 1990 May/ June (volume 18, issue 2) when we were called Rolf Lines. (2) A collection of remembrances by colleagues: Jan H. Sultan, Michael Salveson, Peter Schwind, PhD, Pedro Prado, PhD, Tara Detwiler, and Russell Stolzoff. We extend our deepest condolences to LeeAnn Maitland, Jeff’s wife, his children, and all his extended family and friends.

ABSTRACT Researchers Andreas Brandl, DO, and Robert Schleip, PhD, Rolfing® Instructor, discuss their 2023 peer-reviewed publication about the increase of microcirculation observed in thoracolumbar fascia after a myofascial release protocol. Study design, measurement tools, and application for manual therapy practitioners are considered.

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