445 West Foothill Boulevard, Claremont, CA, United States
Rates:
- 60 mins $125
- 5 60 min sessions $550 (must be used within 3 months or sessions remaining will expire)
Tips are always appreciated, and not necessary
Please be aware of our 48 hour cancellation policy for cancelling and/or rescheduling any Manual Therapy appointments.
Modalities Utilized
CranioSacral Therapy
Visceral Manipulation
Visceral Manipulation
CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of a physiological body system called the craniosacral system - comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. Using a soft touch generally no greater than 5 grams, or about the weight of a nickel, practitioners release restrictions in the craniosacral system, which has been shown to improve the functioning of the central nervous system, as well as many other systems of the body, such as digestive, musculoskeletal, respiratory, circulatory, and more. CST has also been shown to help with the physical components related to such somatic conditions as Post Traumatic Stress, depression and anxiety.
The Therapeutic Value of CranioSacral Therapy
By facilitating the body's natural and innate healing processes, CST is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and is effective for helping people with a wide range of healthcare challenges associated with pain and dysfunction, including:
Migraine Headaches Chronic Neck and Back Pain Motor-Coordination Impairments Colic Autism Central Nervous System Disorders Orthopedic Problems Concussions and Traumatic Brain Injuries Alzheimer's Disease and Dementia Spinal Cord Injuries Scoliosis Infantile Disorders Learning Disabilities Chronic Fatigue Emotional Difficulties Stress and Tension-Related Problems Fibromyalgia and other Connective-Tissue Disorders Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ) Neurovascular or Immune Disorders Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder Post-Surgical Dysfunction
Visceral Manipulation
Visceral Manipulation
Visceral Manipulation
Visceral Manipulation assists functional and structural imbalances throughout the body including musculoskeletal, vascular, nervous, urogenital, respiratory, digestive and lymphatic dysfunction. It evaluates and treats the dynamics of motion and suspension in relation to organs, membranes, fascia and ligaments. Visceral Manipulation increases proprioceptive communication within the body, thereby revitalizing a person and relieving symptoms of pain, dysfunction, and poor posture.
An example of how Visceral Manipulation can help you: Imagine an adhesion around the lungs. It would create a modified axis that demands abnormal accommodations from nearby body structures. For example, the adhesion could alter rib motion, which could then create imbalanced forces on the vertebral column and, with time, possibly develop a dysfunctional relationship with other structures. This scenario highlights just one of hundreds of possible ramifications of a small dysfunction - magnified by thousands of repetitions each day.
The Therapeutic Value of Visceral Manipulation
Visceral Manipulation (VM) was developed by world-renowned French Osteopath and Physical Therapist Jean-Pierre Barral. Comparative studies found Visceral Manipulation beneficial for various disorders. Acute Disorders Whiplash Seatbelt Injuries Chest or Abdominal Sports Injuries Concussion Traumatic Brain Injuries Digestive Disorders Bloating and Constipation Nausea and Acid Reflux GERD Swallowing Dysfunctions Women's and Men's Health Issues Chronic Pelvic Pain Endometriosis Fibroids and Cysts Dysmenorrhea Bladder Incontinence Prostate Dysfunction Referred Testicular Pain Effects of Menopause Musculoskeletal Disorders Somatic-Visceral Interactions Chronic Spinal Dysfunction Headaches and Migraines Carpal Tunnel Syndrome Peripheral Joint Pain Sciatica Neck Pain Pain Related to Post-operative Scar Tissue Post-infection Scar Tissue Autonomic Mechanisms Pediatric Issues Constipation and Gastritis Persistent Vomiting Vesicoureteral Reflux Infant Colic Emotional Issues Anxiety and Depression Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
Neural Manipulation
Visceral Manipulation
Onsen Technique® Therapy
Neural Manipulation (NM) is a precise manual therapy developed through the clinical work of world-renowned French Osteopath and Physical Therapist Jean-Pierre Barral. French Osteopath Alain Croibier collaborated with Jean-Pierre Barral to develop NM.
Neural Manipulation facilitates free movement of the nerves in their surroundings; that is, in relation to adjacent muscles, fascia, narrow passages in the aponeurosis, organs and bones. A nerve only functions optimally when it is able to move freely in its surrounding tissues. The key in NM is to find the most significant area of reduced mobility. According to Barral, mobilizing a nerve focuses on facilitating neural glide both in terms of its surrounding extra neural tissue and intra neural connective tissue layers. This distinguishes Barral’s work from other neural stretching. We must consider the fascial rings and tunnels in which nerves exist and restore the slide of the nerves within these structures to enhance their function. Performing a mobilization on the nerve fixation will free the nerve and will help restore the proper signaling to the compromised structures it innervates and therefore improve the function of those structures, such as muscle, organ, or fascia.
Comparative studies found Neural Manipulation beneficial for people with various conditions such as:
Lower Back Pain & Sciatica, Headaches and Migraines, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, Joint Pain, Digestive Disorders, Post-Surgical Dysfunction, Swallowing Dysfunctions, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, Neck Pain and Whiplash, Birth Injuries, Neuralgia & Neuritis, Tendinitis, Sprains & Traumatic Lesions, Concussion & Traumatic Brain Injuries, And More
Onsen Technique® Therapy
Onsen Technique® Therapy
"Onsen Technique® Therapy is a form of Structural Manual Therapy (made for massage therapists by a massage therapist). These sessions includes unique key components: assessment, muscle energy technique, post-isometric relaxation, fascia release, and exercise for stability." Assessment is how Steve will find where your body's structure is limited/stuck and where it may be hypermobile. This will provide the roadmap to bring you back to balance. Muscle Energy Technique (MET) is a means of manually assessing imbalances and distortions in the skeletal system and correcting them, via the soft tissue, using a tiny amount of the patient's own energy (force) applied in a specific direction. Extremely gentle, MET provides dramatic and lasting improvements in flexibility, muscle tension and comfort. Post-Isometric Relaxation works with the natural laws of the body. When a muscle has been actively contracted, the nervous system responds with an appropriate level of relaxation when the muscle relaxes. Fascia Release works to release held patterns and adhesions in the fascia (a connective tissue in the body that gives us our shape). Fascia is the highest innervated tissue in the body, and responds well to this specific technique. Traditional massage techniques don't address Fascia. Gyrotonic Exercise may be given to reinforce proper movement quality and to retrain "confused" muscles and ways of moving. Steve may also recommend therapeutic exercise, Pilates, Yoga, Chi Kung, Meditation, or breathwork exercises as homework to enhance the results from your session. Private Therapeutic-focused Gyrotonic or Pilates sessions are also available separately.
What research is showing... * Dozens of randomized controlled trials (RCT) demonstrate that Manual Therapy is more effective than exercise, especially in the early stages of the rehabilitation process. * Dozens more studies demonstrate the combination of mindful exercise [specifically Gyrotonic and Pilates] and Manual Therapy is more effective than either exercise or Manual Therapy alone. * Long-term outcomes are better when Manual Therapy and Mindful Exercise are combined. Steve Von Hargett is our Certified Onsen Technique ® Therapist, as well as a Structural Manual Therapist, STOTT Pilates Instructor (with specialized training in Pilates for Rehabilitation) and GYROTONIC® method Trainer. Steve is the only manual therapist who combines Gyrotonic into his sessions in the entire area.
NEW! Live Blood Cell Microscopy and Herbalism
NEW! Live Blood Cell Microscopy and Herbalism
Many herbalists, nutritionists, naturopaths, and other holistic health professionals use Live Cell Microscopy as a tool for assessing the state of one’s overall health.
Live Blood Cell Microscopy (and dry blood cell) is an assessment tool where a drop of blood from a patient's finger is placed on a microscope slide and viewed under a darkfield microscope at a magnification of up to 1,000 times. The image is then displayed on a monitor and is visible to both the practitioner and patient, showing many aspects of one’s state of health.
Examining live blood allows practitioners to see vitamin and mineral levels, toxicity, levels of dehydration, pH balance, allergic reactions, parasites, and a host of other conditions. From there, an accurate dietary and herbal supplement plan can be created to aid the individual in restoring their system to an optimal state of health. All supplements suggested are easy to purchase either locally or online. We do not currently sell supplements in the clinic.
These sessions can be a stand alone session for 1 hour, or can be combined with Integrative Manual Therapy for a 1.5 or 2 hour session. Please let Steve know if you'd like to add Live Blood Cell Microscopy to your session.