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June 11, 2004
The Psoas And Trauma
Masssage and Bodywork magazine has a beautiful article about the psoas, a major deep abdominal muscle that is easily responsible for an array of pain and dysfunction patterns when out of balance.
Although physical integrity hinges upon a released psoas, the potential for a responsive psoas rests within the individual, not the practitioner.
Instead of evoking relaxation, palpating the psoas due to its instinctive functioning results in a conflict of psychosomatic interests.
Not everyone is ready for, or should even consider, working on the psoas muscle without proper training.
Also covered in the article is an insightful look at the cycle of trauma.
“The body is a living organism designed to resolve even the most tragic of life’s experiences. Its primary need after a traumatic experience is the restoration of safety.”
Safety is the first step when releasing trauma. Once instinctually safe, the body naturally begins to shake and discharge stored energy.
Posted by linda at June 11, 2004 1:20 PM
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