Oh My Aching Back

2012-02-22T05:31:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone,

CST lecture for Low Back Pain Feb 25th, 9:00 a.m. @ One Root Herbothecary Prescott AZ
Sign up online @ www.transitionbodyworksaz.com or call 928-499-0867.
Bring Questions and concerns! Look forward to seeing you there!

2012-02-14T11:36:00.000-08:00

Hello Everyone, Your are invited to register for a webinar FEB 19th@ 3:00 p.m.

We will be discussing Benefits of CST for children and trauma.REGISTER

50 seats available

Introduction with Annie Coomes LMT

2012-01-30T17:49:00.000-08:00

Hello there, Looking forward to talking with you thru video.

Pain and the Brain

2012-01-29T16:18:00.000-08:00

One of the most challenging aspects of Cranial Sacral Therapy is explaining the benefits of cst with chronic pain. This video explains how the brain interprets pain cognitively, the limbic system adds an emotional component, and endorphins to block pain neurochemical components. Cranial Sacral therapy can help people to find relief and help to control pain responses in the nervous system. Enjoy this simple educational video on pain in the brain. Please share your ideas and experiences. Relax and Enjoy

Breath on a Cellular Level

2011-12-01T19:47:00.001-08:00

We are talking about lineage rite now. When we let go and connect on a deep level with our souls purpose, we become directed on our path. CST work can help our cells to breath and release old stagnant energy. Realigning to our sense of self and life purpose. You can detox all you want but until your cells breath the breath of life detoxing will be an act of contrition. Free yourselves with cellular breathing.Schedule Today! Life only gives you speed bumps to awaken your beingness.If you feel this calling. Breath! Listen to what the body has to say. It will call on you and you will find body breathing for you. Just breath, it is free and the closest action toward spiritual awakening. Relax, Enjoy and find out how your body can heal you and enlighten your being.

Questions and Concerns

2011-11-28T18:53:00.001-08:00

Hello Everyone, How can I help you? Is there anyone out there who is struggling with discomfort or tension deep in the body? I would invite you to ask questions and voice concerns. I would love to help you find a solution to your discomfort. Love to hear from you all! Feel free to comment, share what works, what doesn't and ask questions. I bet we can find an answer!Look forward to hearing from you.

Lineage

2011-11-27T19:10:00.001-08:00

Hi everyone, there has been alot of people clearing their lineage. At conception we not only link up our DNA, conscious of both families and our lineage. After conception up to 20 minutes after this connection all of these energies come together and we incarnate.....there is an energetic arising and it looks like a fountain spray! Our chakra and meridian systems ignite. We can become confused or completely clear about our path in life.Cranial sacral work can help us to become clear about who we are and who THEY are. Our boundaries are not clear at this point in time. Benefits of this time frame? Chronic fatigue, adhd, adoption, not feeling grounded where you live, anxiety and depression are classic symptoms of this time frame. What can we do about this. Cranial Sacral therapy can help us to make boundaries to all these other people in our lives. You can become clear about who you are and who THEY are. Drop all of their stuff and become happy and directed into your life path.We cannot change our DNA, lineage, and consciousness of others. But we can find our light instead of harboring all of the darkness. Be free, laugh and ignite your purpose. I witness this everyday in my work. Don't live an unhappy life. Find out who you are! We don't have to be monks and it doesn't take a lifetime. Schedule today!Enjoy, Breath and be happy

Defying Gravity

2011-10-07T08:12:00.000-07:00

Hello all, I have been reading a book by Carolyn Myss. This is a personal experience of chronic illness and how she healed. This book is ground breaking in that she covers transformation through chronic illness and accidents.
I asked someone if they thought their body could heal itself. The response was "yes, but I don't know how to do it, where do I start". This book is a place to start, its meaty and takes time to read it, if you don't get it, read it again.
And let it lead you to your spirit. One thing leads to another. Life has taught me if it doesn't resonate, let it be an open door. Stay the course, YOUR healing avenue and purpose will surface. Remember pain and illness are the illusion to your purpose and joy. This too shall pass!
If ordered through this blog site on amazon, proceeds will go for those who cannot afford services.
Money is energy, keep this in mind. Don't worry about money or you will NOT manifest money into form/your life. It will stop coming in! Pay it forwardEnjoy, relax and hydrate! Love to hear from you, comments are welcome!

Feel the Stretch — American Massage Therapy Association

2011-09-23T11:58:00.000-07:00

Feel the Stretch — American Massage Therapy Association

In the News: Massage and Low-back Pain — American Massage Therapy Association

2011-09-23T11:48:00.000-07:00

In the News: Massage and Low-back Pain — American Massage Therapy Association

Exhale! Take a break

2011-09-06T20:55:00.000-07:00

Hello There,
Quite a few of us experience anxiety, nerveousness and irritability. How we handle our stress tells us how resourced our nerveous systems are. Can they fluctuate between good stress and bad stress. Here is a quick tip that won't cost you a penny and with a little practice will help you to reduce your stress anywhere and everywhere! Its best to practice when you are still, than incorporate after you have some practice in.

Sit comfortably and start breathing. You are going to watch your breathing thats it! WATCH IT. Do not
try to change it. When the monkey mind doesn't settle or you find your self spacing out REMIND yourself
that you are supposed to be breathing. The breath can change with thoughts, feelings or sensations just keep breathing.

At one point your body will start to relax and you will feel clarity, relaxation & rejuvenation!
Give it a try! Enjoy, Relax & Hydrate
Annie

Oh the Palatines

2011-08-24T11:43:00.000-07:00

This week has been a very intense week of energy working

with the Palatine bones. They are located in the back of the throat

by uvula/tonsil - posterior roof of the mouth, and connect with

the nose and eye socket.

When restricted sinus pressure, migraines, headaches

and many symptoms of the eyes are signs that the

palatines are involved. They act as a spacer between

the maxilla and sphenoid.

Working sensitively in this area is very important.

Energetics of the palatines = When we have

"had it up to here" and stuffed what we "really want to say"

it reflects the palatines.

So watch your breathing and release any pent up

energy in your communication. This work contacts

the throat soul!

Energy Exercises to help release: The taoist arch, feet hip width apart, inhale-exhale and reach back, stretching head and neck up and back. Letting out sound to release stress. Repeat until relaxed

Acupressure points: TMJ points also help to relieve irritability and frustration

GB 20 below the base of the head, in hollows.

GB 21 press into shoulder tension. Bring your head up and back as you

inhale, and exhale as you lower your head downward. Hold shoulder pts

and continue easy movement while breathing for one minute.

Remember that your blockage took some time to physically manifest.

So it will take a bit of work to clear. If you feel irritated that is your

TRIGGER that caused this physical manifestation. Breath it OUT!

Enjoy, Relax and Hydrate

If you are suffering with symptoms please feel free to post, someone

else is probably having same difficulty. Lets share the healing potential!

Talk to you Soon!

Annie

Low Back Pain

2011-05-26T09:34:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone, Let's talk Low Back Pain!

At one time or another we

have all experienced back pain.

So here are a few tips that really work.

sore - ice alot!
stiff - heat
essential oils/birch- pain relieving oil used for rheumatism
lavendar oil - for overworked muscles
1-2 tbls of olive oil and 2-3 drops of ess. oil
acupressure points
ball against the wall
massage

Ball against the wall. Put ball between wall and back muscles. (stay off spine). Squat pressing ball into the wall and move up and down, left and right. If your sore press lightly and than move to other side. Rotate each side until soreness goes away. A scrunched up towel or section of pool noodle can be used also.

Acupressure points - B48 Relieves lower-backache, sciatica, pelvic tension, hip pain and tension.

GB 30 - Relieves frustration, irritation, hip pain, and rheumatism relaxes the tendons and restores joint mobility.

These points are above B48 and very affective at relieving the exhaustion of back pain.

These points can be very tender, so light touch may be needed.

Location: In the lower back (between the second and third vertebrae) two to four finger widths away from the spine at waist level.
Benefits: Relieves back aches, sciatica and fatigue

If pain persists contact your physican or massage therapist.

Relax, Enjoy & Hydrate!

Massage Relief for Grinding

2011-05-25T22:44:00.000-07:00

Hello All, this blog post is in response to questions regarding
self help techniques for CST. Donot try this at home alone. LOL
Sorry you should seek a therapist for CST!
But.......
There are a few massage techniques that can help to relieve bruxism.
Two muscles that are easy to access and help tremendously when released are the masseter and the temporalis.

Lets start with the masseter!
There are two heads to this muscle.
Massage the outside of jaw from
cheekbone to corner of jaw.
You can feel it. It is thick.
If you find sore spot-hold it!
It is a trigger pt,
hold until releases.

The other head is inside the mouth and
it can feel really hard like a bone if tight.

Gently place finger on inside of mouth
you will be right behind the jaw bone.
Gently massage until you feel a release.
If you are wondering if you are in the
right place have person clench teeth
and muscle will pop right into your
finger. This muscle can be really sore.
So gently, switch from side to side until
soreness is gone.

Temporalis

This muscle helps to close the jaw. Notice the tendon attaches to the jaw. This muscle feels really good when massaged. Massage entire side of head and down to top of cheek in front of ear. If you run across sore spots, hold until released. This muscle refers pain into the teeth, over the eye and side of head.

If you can find the trigger points, holding until they release will
aid relief from bruxism. You will be very suprised how tight
these muscles feel.
Hope this helps you all sleep alittle better. Grinding teeth
is very uncomfortable to listen too. Like fingers on a chalk board!
Relax! & Enjoy! Let me know how it works for you and yours

Grinding Teeth

2011-05-24T13:25:00.000-07:00

If you suffer from TMJ most likely your symptoms are many. The importance of proper mechanics of the jaw and how it affects other areas of the body are very important to other body functions. Many muscles attach to the jaw, throat and other facial bones.

The Jaw also holds emotional stress. How many times do you find yourself holding back something you want to say and don’t. Responses to others comments and don’t! Our emotions are a part of who we are and need to be expressed. If not our bodies will store our inability to respond.
CST allows our bodies to express and unwind the built up stress in the body, mind and spirit.
When there is improper alignment symptoms arise in the

teeth/grinding
bite/alignment of the teeth
neck
headaches/migraines
breathing/asthma
pain in the shoulders and low back

CST can provide relief of neck pain, headaches, low back pain, and breathing problems.
Schedule an appointment today and feel better tomorrow!

Low Back Stretches

2011-05-22T10:31:00.000-07:00

Hello All, there is alot of pain relief when you stretch the iliopsoas muscle.
If you look closely at the photo, the psoas muscle attaches on the front of
the lower vertebrae, when one side gets tight and starts to pull it can rotate and compress the vertebrae. The result low back pain. Your back can feel like a rod. Stretches can be very effective.

Caution:
Be careful if you have low back pain. Pay attention to your body while doing these stretches, if you feel pain while doing the stretch you may need to adapt with a stool under your foot at first.

Psoas Stretch
Lay on your back at the edge of bed, get your buttock close to the edge. Let the hip hang off the bed. If this feels to strenuous(pain in back) than put a stool under your foot(knee will be bent). You will feel the stretch in the low back. As the psoas muscle starts to release, you can straighten your knee and let ankle rest on stool. When psoas releases again you can drop foot off the stool, leg will be straight.
Turn around on the bed and stretch the other side. Repetition will keep the psoas elongated.

Psoas Strengthening
If you notice that one side is tight and the other is not. Lay flat on your back, floor or bed and bend the knee of the weak side. As you raise the knee to your chest you will be pushing with your hands against the upward movement of the knee-adding resistance.
Do not push hard with hands.
The workload should come from the knee.
You will feel the psoas muscle engage behind the front of your hip bone on weak side.
This will strengthen the weak psoas.

Balance in the hips will reduce low back pain.

Out Hiking!

If you get low back pain while out and about, find a rock or curbside and hold on to something for balance. Let the opposite foot just hang off the rock or curb. Let it get really heavy. If you can mentally let go than you will feel the psoas muscle let go.
Turn and work the other side.

Feel free to contact me with any questions.
Remember to hydrate! Relax! & Enjoy!

Herniated Disks

2011-05-22T09:27:00.000-07:00

Pain from herniated disks can be relieved with
Cranial Sacral Therapy. Most of the pain
that comes from herniated disks comes
from the meninges.
Meninges cover the brain in 3 layers
and fluid should be in between each layer.
The meninges cover the spinal chord
all the way to the low back.
They are highly sensitive.
When these layers are dry they cause pain.

CST can help rehydrate the meninges!

Troubleshooting stretches

2011-05-09T08:23:00.000-07:00

Hello Everyone, having trouble getting the office stretches on blog. Will keep working at it.
Thanks to all for coming to CST lecture this weekend. I really enjoyed myself. Next lecture June. Will post dates.

Office Stretches

2011-05-08T16:20:00.001-07:00

Try these out. They will keep circulation moving throughout the day enhance focus, alertness, accuracy. Don't hesitate. Can't change the workload? Manage your stress. Better than a coffee break!>
Desk-Stretches

Employee Appreciation Month

2011-05-05T07:27:00.000-07:00

May is Employee Appreciation Month - Show them you Care!
Stress free employees are happy employees!
Schedule today Feel Better Tomorrow! Contact Info

Research Shows:

Increase Productivity
Increase Alertness
Decrease Anxiety
Reduce Stress

Managers attest to its Benefits

Shows the company cares
Builds good relationships
Makes a difference

Shoulder Tension

2011-05-02T17:21:00.000-07:00

Energy flows through the body in specific pathways. When these pathways
are blocked due to injury, stressful living, poor nutrition, or lack of movement.
We experience energy blocks as pain and discomfort. Mental and emotional issues.

Stand with feet shoulder width apart, or any comfortable pose.

Bend the torso back, looking upward, without excessive strain.

Reach the arms out fully to the front, the sides and behind the lower back.

Breathe fully, exhaling with a deep sigh, sound. Inhale and Roll the shoulders and arms forward crossing the arms.

Exhale and repeat. Let the sigh, sound come from within. Repeat until you feel tension release.

Headaches/Part 2

2011-04-19T19:21:00.000-07:00

Hello All, I would like to share my self care bible with you. Acupressure is one of the easiest and most flexible treatments for common ailments. You can stimulate points anywhere, driving in your car, sitting at your desk, talking on the phone, working points on your lunch break, or maybe when the kids are taking a nap. The bottom line is acupressure can easily be incorporated into our lives.

Pain is increased by fatigue, anxiety, worry and life stress.

Practiced on a daily basis, acupressure can aid in building the immune system and increasing a sense of relaxation. Acupressure points aid in pain relief by releasing the neurochemical "endorphins".
Endorphins are the natural pain killers, produced by the body. The only cost to you is stimulating the points.
The nerveous system is retrainable, so when you take the time to use points on a daily basis, the brain will relearn that new pattern. If repeated on a regular basis, the body will learn to relax in a shorter amount of time.
Using the points everyday will also affect the people around you. Can you imagine the people around you happier, our lives rejuvenated instead of bogged down with pain, healthy appetites, and lower stress levels? I like smiling, having energy and feeling positive. How about you?
I can't think of an easier, cost effective way to reduce pain and lower our stress levels. My favorite book for acupressure is Acupressures Potent Points by Michael Reed Gach. Great beginner book for getting started. It is now bound by duct tape and loose pages.

We will address headache points today, but the points also address other ailments.

B2 - Drilling Bamboo, where the bridge of the nose meets the eyebrows. Feel for indentations.

Also good for Relieves eye pain, hay fever, eye fatigue, and sinus pain.

St 3 - At the bottom of the cheekbone, below the pupil.
Relieves eye fatigue and pressure, nasal and head congestion, eyestrain and toothaches.

GB20 - Below the base of the skull, in the hollow between the two vertical neck muscles.

GB 21 & TW15 Relieve nerveous tension and relax the shoulders.

LI 4 in the web between the thumb and index finger, closest to the base of the thumb.

Relieves frontal headaches, toothache, shoulder pain, and labor pain. DONOT USE ON PREGNANT WOMAN. Can cause labor pain.

So there you have it. A few points to help with headaches, migraines, shoulder tension and eye strain.

Remember to Drink your water! Hydrate.

Enjoy & Relax!

Headaches

2011-04-11T19:11:00.000-07:00

Hello All, boy did I get side tracked a year-even!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Lets talk self care for headaches.

Tension Headaches there is alot of information on why we get them. So we don't need to talk about that.

How do we get rid of them? Well here are a few techniques to keep you symptom free.

Energy exercises:

"Ridge meets the Bridge" - where the nose meets the eyebrow line. With both thumbs one on each side of nose press into the eyebrow line while breathing slowly. This will revlieve neck & shoulder tension.

"Rocking Cliff" - I love this one. Sit on a table or side of bed. Round your back, curl your shoulders in and inhale. Lean forward, roll shoulders back and exhale. Low back will feel curved. Be careful if back problems persist move slowly. Keep the breathing timed with the exercise. Releases tension in shoulders, neck and upper back!!!

Myofascial Release" releases connective tissue.

Tennis ball or Racquetball:

Keeping the shoulders relaxed can relieve referral pain to the
"back and side of the head up to the temples".

Stand against a wall, put tennis ball between your spine and shoulder blades and roll side to side. Also, move up and down. Put the ball on the shoulder blade and roll side to side. Put the ball between spine and shoulder blades and do a squat so ball rolls up and down. Staying off the spine and under the neck. If sore roll softly go to other shoulder and alternate sides until soreness is gone. Very effective.

"Frontal headaches" on the forehead can be relieved by massaging the muscles on the forehead above the eyebrows. Hold on any tender spots. Also 1" behind the ear on the base of the head is another muscle rub gently and hold tender spots. Above the ear is another muscle that spans the entire side of the head. Rub gently and hold points above cheek bone in above the ear.

This can relieve headaches associated with from TMJ pain.(jaw)

Aromatherapy is a nice way to relieve headaches and has many other benefits to the application:

Peppermint and Lavender the two oils that have proven to be most effective. Put a few drops on tissue and inhale. Put in a carrier oil/canola or olive a few drops added to the oil about a quarter size and rubbed into the forehead and temples has been known to relieve a headache better than aspirin.

Well these are a few suggestions for self care. If symptoms persist visit your doctor or massage therapist for further help.

Relax and Enjoy!

Annie

Let me know if you have an ailment that won't go away and I will post self care techniques.

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2010-04-29T09:23:00.000-07:00

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Self Help Tips

2010-04-04T14:01:00.000-07:00

So how do we work together for pain relief?

CST to remove force vectors(impacts) in the layers of the body

Myofascial Unwinding

3-5 sessions close together.

Instruct Client on how to use Heat and Ice

Sore - ICE

Stiff - HEAT

During healing of injury use both.

Start with Ice Use Heat right after

Exercises or stretches specific to your injury

Drink Plenty of Water - we are water beings, reduce dehydration

Eat healthy balanced meals

Deep Breathing-breathing into the diaphram. Helps to bring oxygen to injuried area and detoxify tissue and increase relaxation
see "self help" page on website http://www.transitionbodyworksaz.com/Self_Help_Tips

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Biodynamic CranioSacral Therapy

2010-04-02T00:04:00.000-07:00

Welcome!

I am a biodynamic cranial sacral therapist. CST is a fantastic technique for the ole "aching back" along with other ailments. But very misunderstood.

Generalizations

Cannot spell it
Think it sounds weird
Never heard of it
Afraid of it
Call it a massage

CST is a subtle technique and very different from massage. No need to undress and the work is performed on the interior of the body unlike massage that works the exterior.

In massage you work on the muscles.

In CST you work with the Nerveous system by monitoring the

flow of Cerebral Spinal Fluid in the Dural Tube and Tension in the Cranial Membrane System.

The Key That Unlocks The Door

Connecting to a persons "inherent healing potential"

The therapist isn't there to "FIX" the symptom but to help the client facilitate his/her own healing. Balancing the mind, emotions & spirit within the bodies anatomy & physiology.