Unlocking the Secrets of the Polyvagal Theory: Navigating the Vagus Nerve for a Happier and Healthier Life
Our vagus nerve, our tenth cranial nerve, aka our “wandering nerve”, is a complex network of fibres winding its way through the brainstem, playing a pivotal role in regulating our emotions, heart rate, digestion, and more. I will stick my neck out and proclaim this nerve as the creator of what we refer to as…
Before and after biotensegrity: A story of a hip assessment and infinite possibilities
In 2008, a pivotal moment reshaped my approach to pediatric physiotherapy. Since the age of 13, my passion had been to assist children with cerebral palsy (CP). I became a pediatric physiotherapist, equipped with the “right” methods, initially confident in my abilities. As my young patients transitioned into teenagers, their complex conditions yielded unsatisfactory progress,…
Before and after biotensegrity: A story of a hip assessment and infinite possibilities
Have you ever had a moment where something extraordinary happened and asked yourself, “How come I missed that? Something so obvious, and I didn’t see it!” It occurred to me in 2008, when the assessment of one of my little patients forever changed my practice. Since the age of 13, I have been driven by…
Monthly Member Webinar – Thursday 16th November 2023
Monthly Member Webinar As one of our membership benefits, we are delighted to run a complimentary, monthly members’ webinar to explore a different element of fascia. See the details below for this month’s instalment. Practical details Date: Thursday 16th November Time: 19.00 UK time. Check your timezone here Presenter: Gus de la Querra Title: Polyvagal…
Monthly Members’ Webinar – Polyvagal theory in action
Date: Thursday 16th November 2023Time: 19.00 – 20.00 UK timePresenters: Gus de la QuerraTitle: Polyvagal theory in action Summary: With Poly meaning “many”, the vagus nerve is not just a single nerve with many branches. The word “poly” refers to the fact that we actually have two vagus nerves able to create different physiological and emotional states. Join Gus…
Monthly Members’ Webinar – How biotensegrity informs our practice and teaching; James and Jan in conversation
Date: Thursday 19th October 2023Time: 19.00 – 20.00 UK timePresenters: James Earls and Jan TrewarthaTitle: How biotensegrity informs our practice and teaching; James and Jan in conversation Summary: As experienced practitioners and teachers, for James Earls and Jan Trewartha looking at the body through the lens of biotensegrity is vital to their work. The way we approach our clients’ physical issues is rapidly…