The Dance Of The Uteri
The uterus must be mobile for proper physiological function. When the uterus is fixed in one position fibrosis of the ligaments can result and impair local circulation. When circulation is impaired, the cells won’t get proper nutrients (oxygen), and acidity, pain, and cell death will follow. There are 3 main types of movements the uterus exhibits (that I know of). Mobility, motility, and contractions…4 if counting the Ute Suit Shuffle.
Uterine Health A Manual & Movement Therapy Approach-Video
If you didn't make it to the live Google Hangout you can watch it here. I answer questions regarding fibroids, uterine positions, painful period, prolapsed uteri, diastasis recti and how movement and manual therapies can help. We covered a lot of information in a...
Abdominal Adhesions
Abdominal adhesions are fibrous tissues that can form between abdominal tissues and organs. When adhesions are present the tissues no longer glide and the internal organ’s motility is inhibited, organ function may be affected, pain may result. Manual abdominal therapy can help mobilize tissues and increase internal organ motility.
Your Bladder Is Connected To Your Leg Bone
I had an interesting experience with a woman who had a stage 3 cystocele (bladder prolapse). The general listening (evaluation to find restrictions) took me to the lower left quadrant of the belly. The local listening took me to the bladder and from there I followed a lesion chain deep into the obturator fascia. The bladder is closely related to the obturator foramen via fascia. After applying a technique
Blood Cycle Conference
I'm excited to be a speaker at the Vancouver, BC Blood Cycle Conference! Join the #LoveYourPeriod #MenstruationMatters movement and help us re-write the significance of "periods" from taboo to holistic! Check out the Kickstarter campaign HERE. Join me for a FREE live...
Sciatica, Your Disc May Not Be The Cause
Restricted ovaries can also cause low back pain typically in the premenstrual phase. If movement increases low back pain then the root may be more mechanical in nature. Low back pain caused by restricted ovaries wouldn’t cause more pain with movement.
Weaving Self-Care Into Your Day
I had the entire day off today, so I decided to give myself a “spa day” with all the things that nourish me. I used to think I had to get away and spend $$$ at a spa to be pampered. I now find it’s the simple things that truly nourish me, things that I can weave into every day.
Winter Boots List
I’ve compiled a list of 2015 winter boots I like. Obviously, which boot you choose depends on how severe your winters are. I looked for boots that are flat, flexible, have wide toe box with minimal to no toe spring. Not all of the boots meet all of the criteria, but at least they’re headed in the right direction. Also, it’s worth pointing out that not everyone is ready for a minimalist shoe. If you want to transition wisely to a minimal shoe, I recommend starting with
Mechanical Causes of Heartburn
There are different schools of thought on the cause and treatment for heartburn. The mainstream medical model sees the problem as too much acid, which makes sense at first glance. “If I had less damn acid I wouldn’t have this problem!” But, if you look a bit deeper, you may come to the conclusion that you have too little gastric acid.
About Me
Barbara Horsley, practitioner & educator of abdominal massage, Visceral Manipulation™ practitioner, certified women's health herbal educator, and mind-body therapies.
