{"id":102447,"date":"2018-07-11T13:57:28","date_gmt":"2018-07-11T17:57:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wanderlust.com\/?p=102447\/"},"modified":"2018-07-11T13:57:29","modified_gmt":"2018-07-11T17:57:29","slug":"10-types-of-bodywork-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wanderlust.com\/ko\/journal\/10-types-of-bodywork-need-to-know\/","title":{"rendered":"Bodywork Basics\u2014Finding the Best Type for You"},"content":{"rendered":"

Curious for more? Explore other opportunities to practice bodywork at a Wanderlust 108.\u00a0<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

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Our bodies, minds, and spiritual selves are undeniably linked. We know this. We learn and practice this integration through our yoga practice. But did you know that\u00a0breathwork<\/a>, asana, and meditation aren\u2019t the only means for integrating all of our parts for more complete wellness? Enter, bodywork. <\/span><\/p>\n

Holistic and energetic styles of bodywork have come a long way, in part because they haven\u2019t changed a bit. Even modalities that are relatively new (such as craniosacral therapy<\/a>, founded in the 1980s) are based in ancient healing wisdoms that are influenced by a combination of integrative, traditional, and Eastern medicines. The one thing they have in common is that each modality is designed to make you feel some sweet full-body relaxation.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Which type of bodywork is right for you depends not just on what you hope to achieve, but also how you like to approach healing. While all the modalities described below are based in the physical realm, many find an entry point through spirituality, energy transfer, and even just good ol’ heart-felt connection and conversation. Below are some of the most common and noteworthy in the field. Pick you favorite (or one you know nothing about) and see how it makes you feel.<\/span><\/p>\n

Acupuncture and Acupressure<\/b><\/h3>\n

This modality follows Chinese medicine\u2019s understanding of our bodies as a system of meridians, or pathways. Energy flows through these meridians as Qi (in yoga, we call this \u201cprana\u201d), but due to illness and lifestyle factors, blockages and congestion can halt or slow Qi\u2019s movement.\u00a0<\/span>An acupuncturist<\/a> inserts small, thin needles into specific junctures of these meridians to facilitate the opening of the channels. Acpuressure works in the same way, but is non-invasive; an acupressurist will instead apply pressure to the skin with the hands. <\/span><\/p>\n

Myofascial<\/b> Release<\/b><\/h3>\n

This form of bodywork has garnered attention as our understanding of the body\u2019s fascia system increases. Fascia is a web-like network of closely woven muscle fibers that drapes over and connects the various parts of our musculo-skeletal system. Myofascial Release, or MFR, is a very individualized form of treatment (there\u2019s no \u201ctypical\u201d session), but all patients can expect, at its most basic, light but steady and consistent pressure to the muscle fibers. Unlike many forms of massage therapy, MFR does works directly on dry skin (no oils or creams are used), and the pressure is sustained, rather than kinetic.<\/span><\/p>\n