“Rolfing” is a registered service mark of The Rolf ® Institute of Structural Integration. The International headquarters located in Boulder, Colorado, USA. There are also school locations in Brazil, Japan, Germany, Australia and more. Almost every major country has a certified Rolfer, or has heard about Rolfing.

In my own words, it is a specialized form of deep tissue massage integrative therapy that balances the body in gravity. While most massage sessions use wonderful techniques to relax you; in addition Rolfing integrates body structure; re-assembling the person into a more balanced physical space.

A person receives the benefits of a massage plus the feeling of cohesiveness. Many of my clients report feeling lighter and more able to flow with the pace of life, and are more resilient to physical and energetic stress. 

The professional certified Rolfing training involves intensive schooling at The Rolf® Institute of Structural Integration, and is training beyond the basic massage curriculum. Though there are other forms of ‘structural integration’ techniques taught in the massage classroom, these are not to be confused with Rolfing®. However, the basic training at registered massage schools provides education and opportunities for massage therapists. Rolfing is another Excellent technique to help people live better and healthier lives.

The Rolfing Technique removes strain patterns in the body structure, before they become pain patterns; or before existing pain becomes increasing more debilitating. Rolfers are highly skilled at working within your comfort zone, and can accomplish a lot in a state of total peace and relaxation. Many of my Rolfing Sessions incorporate Yoga postures and simple stretches to enhance the benefits.

 It is up to each person to decide how many sessions to experience. Ten  Basic Sessions is a good idea, however, each person has individual goals. You will receive benefit from one to any  number of sessions.  Of course, the more sessions you have in a lifetime, the more integrated  and happier your body becomes.

You do not "loose" the benefits of a session(s) if you must space them out over time.  Each session builds on the one previous. It is similar to  building a house; once a good foundation is down, it does not disintegrate and fall apart. The builders go back over  time and add to the foundation and continue building the house. The more work done on the house, the more detailed and whole the house becomes. The same is true of the Rolfing process..

Examples of only a few reasons to seek Rolfing: Trauma sustained from car accidents, body injuries, falls, general body stress, repetitive work strain, neck, back and eye tension from excessive computer use, and all foot symptoms.

Athletes can use Rolfing to enhance agility, speed and prevent injury. Dancers may use Rolfing to help with core stability, body coordination; encouraging support and grace. In addition, music performers especially violinists, pianists, cellists, and singers can use Rolfing to remove constant strain patterns in body structure from continuous positioning. People do not need a specific reason to seek Rolfing and many decide to use it as a preventative health measure.

Rolfing restores ease of movement, allowing the body and also the mind to become more at peace. When the major connective tissue, fascia,  is not pulling itself in uncomfortable directions; people sleep better, achieve more during working hours, and the body itself requires less energy to operate, hence, a more efficient, healthier system.

People from all ages, including young children to older citizens benefit from Rolfing!

                               For further information please go to:

                       The Rolf Institute’s Web Site;   http://www.rolf.org

     Rolfing® is a service mark of The Rolf Institute of Structural Integration

Profile:   Deb Ann Vradenburg, NCTMB, LMT,   Certified Advanced Rolfer

• BS degree: Health Education, Gerontology, University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon

• NCTMB, National Certification in Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork

• LMT, Licensed Massage Therapist in Oregon

• LMT, Licensed Massage Therapist in Utah

• Certified Rolfer, The Rolf® Institute of Structural Integration

• Certified Advanced Rolfer, The Rolf® Institute of Structural Integration

• Applied Kinesiology/Touch For Health® Assistant Instructor

• Thai Yoga /Yoga Philosophy

Other Interests/Experience

• Classical Music Historian

• Musician: Piano, Cello, Violin

• Athletic Event: Sprinting /Hill Climbing

Why I Became a Rolfer:

• I Love Rolfing! I originally began a career as a Licensed Massage Therapist and, although it was fun and rewarding, I wanted to offer my clients more. I have always loved studying anatomy and human structure, and wanted to further integrate this knowledge into my practice. Rolfing is a wonderful interactive journey for both body therapist and client; and for me, it acknowledges the unity of mind, body, and spirit.