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Technique tailoring guided movement and postural retraining
to the particular characteristics of each individual’s
body. Judith Aston came to Ida Rolf for treatment after
several automobile accidents. Originally trained as a dancer,
she was told she should give up her career. Instead she
went on to study Rolfing, but felt that the similar results
could be achieved with less force.
Aston-Pattering
postulates that no one has a symmetrical body; the body
is not linear, but has curves. Working in a gym on symmetrical
Nautilus equipment works against the body's natural symmetry.
Instead of projecting symmetry as the ultimate goal, Aston-Patterning
encourages body parts to cooperate with one another through
a system of learning and education through movement.
Aston-Pattering
focuses on three integrated movement systems. An evaluation
determines the restrictions limiting movement options; treatment
aims at facilitating change throughout the body to create
an environment where restricted movement doesn't have to
occur and the individual performs exercises which loosen
patterns of tension.
The pace and sequence
of Aston-Patterning sessions depends on the individual's
need. Aston-Pattering practitioners work with a variety
of back and neck problems and individuals, who like Judy,
were told they couldn't perform a certain activity again
due to injury. The sessions include both massage and movement
work so the client has immediate feedback about how to release
tension in the body.
Benefits/Contraindications
See professional
trained in this technique.
Training/Licensing
See Aston-Patterning
websites.
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