I was reading my NMSS. news magazine (spring 2012) and I got drawn to Feldenkrais movement techniques and also Rolfing ( a deep-tissue massage aimed at realigning the body with gravity) they both sounded new to me so I researched and even looked for practitioners who offer them in my area. Has anyone heard or used any of these treatments or techniques? It is quite costly so I'd like to know if there is any validity to them. any insight will be well appreciated.
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I saw "Rolfing" somewhere, but I can't remember where. I see my massage therapist Wednesday. I'll ask her about it. Though, I'm sure someone on here will know something about rolfing.
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Just out of curiosity - how "costly" is it? I'm assuming that insurance doesn't cover this, so it would all be out-of-pocket.Originally posted by seekhelp View Post
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Greetings,
I'm a Rolfer and would first suggest you check out www.rolf.org and my website **URL removed per MSWorld Guidelines. You may put it in your Profile.** for some background info. If you still have questions, feel free to get back with me.
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I haven't been Rolfed myself, but I have a good friend who, at 50, made a career change by going to the Rolf Institute of Structural Integration for training to become a Rolfer.
For more information, go to:
http://www.rolf.org/
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rex - it was costly for me and my insurance didn't pay for it. I did benefit from it however. I wasn't drawn to it for helping my MS or MS sx, but structure-wise is was very beneficial.Originally posted by kingrex View Post1st sx '89 Dx '99 w/RRMS - SP since 2010
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So I'll ask again - how costly? Can you put a number to it? Also, in what way was it structurally beneficial? I'm not sure I understand what that means. Whenever I go to one of these sites (Rolf, B.E.S.T., etc.), I always leave wondering what on earth I just read.Originally posted by Seasha View Post
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Sessions range between $75 and $165. The recommended length of treatment is ten sessions, with some clients choosing to have occasional "tune-ups" afterward. One session lasts between 60 and 90 minutes.Originally posted by kingrex View Post
For the sake of comparison, my acupuncturist chargesd $90 for a 50 minute session...but unlike Rolfing, acupuncture is often covered by insurance.
Some practitioners offer a sliding scale to accommodate low-income clients, but you have to ask for it ahead of time.Comment
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It was many years ago, but I believe it cost me around $90 a session. I was in an accident and my body got fairly beat up. Upon recommendations, I decided to give it a try. After 9-10 sessions, I gained full mobility of my body again and was pain free. (I still to this day have problems with one ankle however.)Originally posted by kingrex View PostSo I'll ask again - how costly? Can you put a number to it? Also, in what way was it structurally beneficial? I'm not sure I understand what that means. Whenever I go to one of these sites (Rolf, B.E.S.T., etc.), I always leave wondering what on earth I just read.
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If you like to read up on it, here's a link from Vanderbilt Univ. (with references) - http://www.vanderbilt.edu/ans/psycho...y/rolfing.html1st sx '89 Dx '99 w/RRMS - SP since 2010
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? Rolfing and also ?Feldenkrais
Thanks everybody who gave me a little insight into Rolfing. I also wanted to know about the Feldenkrais movement technique. anyone?Originally posted by seekhelp View PostComment
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I've had Feldenkreis work done and I've taken Feldenkreis courses; suffice it to say, I have kept my day job. Seeing as how there are many volumes and many websites full of information about Feldenkreis work, exactly what is it you want to know from us at MSW?
And if it is price, Feldenkreis is probably about the same range as massage therapy, Rolfing or any other kind of bodywork. See the posts above.Comment
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