by Carol Montgomery | Aug 21, 2023 | Somatics
Regarding movement and exercise, various approaches and techniques are available, each with its unique benefits. Two terms often used in the health and wellness industry are “exercise” and “somatic movement.” While they both involve physical...
by Carol Montgomery | Aug 10, 2022 | Holistic Wellness, Somatics
We all know that physical injuries can cause painful symptoms. However, did you ever think that emotional traumas could be the reason why people feel so much pain? An inability to ‘regulate’ our emotions and feelings can lead to problems that affect us...
by Carol Montgomery | Jul 18, 2022 | Somatics
What Is Fascia? Fascia—it’s everywhere in the body. It is divided into two layers, superficial, near the skin level, and deep, covering nerves, arteries, veins, lymphatic vessels, bone, internal organs, and muscle. Superficial fascia lies beneath the skin and...
by Carol Montgomery | Jul 13, 2022 | Somatics
Surgery for a rotator cuff tear is a significant operation — it involves sewing the torn tendon and reattaching it onto the bone in the upper arm. Most people suffer from pain and stiffness after the surgery, and recovery is slow. Why? The most common reason is...
by Carol Montgomery | May 4, 2022 | Mind Body Spirit, Physical Therapy, Somatics
While short-term pain is an effective indicator of injury or illness, your brain continuously adjusts your body when pain is present for long periods. Hence, chronic pain (characterized as pain that lasts for three months or longer) can be challenging for your...
by Carol Montgomery | Mar 28, 2022 | Somatics
Do you suffer from foot pain that spans your heel to the front of your foot? Midfoot arthritis may be the culprit behind your pain. If you are an active person, midfoot pain and swelling can be particularly debilitating. As the foundation of your body, your feet need...
