Sequential Spirals of the Appendicular

ABSTRACT This article explores the necessity of liberating the planes of motion in the appendicular system through understanding the sequential spirals existing at all levels. Rolfing® Instructor Valerie Berg reflects on her brother’s experience with ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis) and his loss of motor control in his appendicular structures. Berg herself has recovered from a […]

The Missing Gesture

ABSTRACT “The Missing Gesture” is a preview of a chapter from the upcoming book, Reimagining the Body by Rolf Movement® instructor Aline Newton. Newton is a long-time student of Hubert Godard and presents teachings from his style of movement education. The discussion starts with a case study of an arm injury. The nuance of the […]

Fascia Insights – Curating FR:EIA, the First Full-Body Fascia-Oriented Plastination Exhibit

ABSTRACT The July 2022 Fascia Insights column is an interview with Dr.Angelina Whalley, curator of Body Worlds. The Fascia Research Society and Body Worlds collaborated on a fascia-oriented plastination exhibit called FR:EIA – Fascia Revealed: Educating Interconnected Anatomy. In this interview we learn about Whalley’s path to becoming a plastination expert alongside her husband Dr. […]