Spinal Energetics in Canada, who does it?

Mar 27

In the realm of holistic healing, the options are endless, so where does Spinal Energetics come in? Is it like Myofascial Release? Or more like Reiki?

Developed by a Chiropractor, Spinal Energetics practitioners interact with a person’s spine through light and often no touch to allow for an organic flow of movement and sound to unwind, release tension, resistance, and stories that may have been stored in the body. *

Sounds very similar to Myofascial Unwinding! Much like one of the core pillars of sustained pressure Myofascial Release developed by John Barnes; Myofascial Unwinding initiates a process of intuitive movement and sound, guided by the individual's innate healing ability. In this technique, the practitioner supports the patient and their energetic field while removing some of gravity’s force on their body so they are free to move without restriction. This process can happen at a minute level or with the involvement of the whole body. The result is a release of myofascial restrictions, emotions and stored traumas.

While they do seem to be very similar, here's a quick compare & contrast for you on each technique:

Distinctions between Myofascial Unwinding & Spinal Energetics

Spinal energetics focuses on the spine, and the Chakra centres of the body while Myofascial Unwinding allows for movement of any part of the body based on what the body needs to release at that time
During Myofascial Unwinding, a practitioner can incorporate structural release in focal areas as they are called to them while spinal energetics typically uses only light touch or no touch
Myofascial Unwinding is something that clients can access on their own, anytime, anywhere without the assistance of a therapist or practitioner
Adding more therapists to a Myofascial Unwinding can enhance the healing effects and ability for the body to move in any way needed without the pull of gravity (see Intensive Treatment Program)

Similarities between Myofascial Unwinding & Spinal Energetics

Practitioners are typically licensed health professionals
The techniques are not something done for or to the client, but rather are facilitated energetically through trust
The benefits to clients are numerous and overlap completely, like the release of stored tension, trauma, and limiting beliefs, alignment of body, mind, and spirit, increased vitality and resilience, deepened connection to one's authentic self and purpose and of course decreased pain!
Therapists who practice both techniques intuitively tune into the energy of the client to facilitate healing