Ortho-Bionomy

Ortho-Bionomy is a system of bodywork that was developed by Dr Arthur Lincoln Pauls in the 1970s in Britain. This therapy is used to promote wellbeing and to assist the relieving of pain and restrictions that may be caused by injuries, poor posture, stress-related problems and structural problems. Ortho-Bionomy is based on techniques found in judo, homeopathy and osteopathy and is designed to be gentle. In addition to practitioner-based exercises and corrections, a person can also practice some self-help techniques to assist in the everyday management of their condition.

Ortho-Bionomy is suitable for both the novice and the professional and, because it is so gentle, it is suitable for all age groups.

What Ortho-Bionomy is About

Conditions that can be Treated by Ortho-Bionomy

• joint pain, restriction or dysfunction
• muscle pain or injury
• repetitive strain injuries
• whiplash
• chronic back and neck pain
• frozen shoulder
• migraines
• curvatures of the spine
• differences in leg lengths
• rehabilitation after surgery
• poor sleep patterns
• depression
• stress-related problems

The Treatment Process

In a treatment session, the following may be performed: positional release; range of motion exploration, posture exercises, lymphatic work, energy movements, isometrics and isotonics, and subtle physical movements.

A typical treatment session lasts for around an hour and clients generally undergo anywhere from two to four sessions with a practitioner before an ongoing program of self-care is prescribed. However, the number of sessions required depends on the severity of a person’s condition and on the individual themselves. Sessions are usually held weekly.

Ortho-Bionomy and Other Treatments

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