by Carol Montgomery | Jan 31, 2024 | Somatics
In the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, it’s easy to overlook the impact our posture can have on our overall health. One pressing question often lingers in our minds: Can bad posture cause shoulder pain? Any change in our posture doesn’t just affect...
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 | Jul 6, 2023 | Feldenkrais® Method
The ‘bench press’ movement is such a fundamental action that has its roots in many everyday activities of daily living: Pushing a heavy door Mowing the lawn Pushing yourself up from the floor Lowering yourself down to the floor slowly Rehabilitation...
by Carol Montgomery | May 2, 2023 | Psoas Muscle
Have you ever felt unexplainably anxious or depressed for no reason? Or have you ever had physical pain that worsens when you are angry, upset, or scared? It could be a sign that you need to release muscle tension. In this article, we’ll explore the psoas...
by Carol Montgomery | Jan 31, 2023 | Physical Therapy, Psoas Muscle
In Part 1, we examined how muscles tighten and why a Psoas muscle, located deep beneath your abdominal fat and organs, might be tight. The Psoas (pronounced so-az) muscles are a part of our deep core muscle groups that markedly influence our spinal alignment, leg...
