Bodywork is a body centered holistic approach to treating the body, which incorporates more than one modality of healing therapies. The purpose it to help improve health and wellbeing.
I combine techniques such as myofascial release, trigger point therapy, shiatsu, acupressure, as well as Brain.Body.Balance. (B3), which is the main tool I employ.
The B3 technique can be applied to people of all ages and physiques. It is ideal for people who are subjected to repetitive strain, have a bad posture, or experience pain and muscle tension. It is also recommended for individuals who would simply like to maintain their general well-being.
What is B3? B3 is a form of Neuromuscular Therapy (NMT). The technique is informed by related disciplines such as: Myofascial Release, Bodywork, Body Alignment and Trigger Point Therapy.
Repetitive strain injuries, postural and ergonomic conditions are all thought to result in Myofascial Blockages, also known as Neuromuscular Restrictions. Such restrictions can create abnormal strain, pulling skeletal bones out of proper alignment. This could result in the compression of nerves and joints – producing pain and dysfunction. Perpetually tense muscles – due to bad posture or ergonomics – are effectively in a constant state of spasm, potentially leading to a whole range of potential side effects.
The B3 philosophy is that the BRAIN acts as a central control centre, making use of biofeedback mechanisms to produce continual reciprocal checks and balances with every cell in the body. The BODY is a self-regulating system and has an inherent ability to re-set neuromuscular blockages and stimulate healing. The body, therefore, is continuously attempting to reach a state of BALANCE. This philosophy informs the premise of ‘Brain-Body-Balance’.
Continuous application of B3 may facilitate alleviation of the following conditions:
- Back pain
- Neck and shoulder tension
- Tense muscles / immobility / inhibited body movement
- Painful joints
- Scoliosis
- Headaches and migraines
- Whiplash, tinnitus and dizziness
- Arthritis
- Carpal tunnel syndrome
- Numbness of the extremities
- Digestive problems
- Panic attacks and heart palpitations
- Numbness / ‘Pins and Needles’
How to book a session: To book a session send me an email to: info@lucianapierangeli.com
I travel around the world, so I might just be at your city at the time you need me, Just send me an email so we can chat.
What are the possible immediate effects of a B3 session?
The most common, immediate effects that can be felt from a B3 session are:
- A reduction or relief of pain
- A release of tension from muscles
- A feeling of lightness
- Improved mobility of joints
When the superficial layers of muscle and connective tissue are released it allows the myofascia to re-set. This can give a huge feeling of relief to the client as well as increased blood flow and sensation to the affected area.
What are the expected effects 24-48 hours after B3 session?
Immediate pain relief is the primary effect of a B3 session. This may be mechanically linked to pressure and tension release from touch sensitive structures, receptors and nerves. The straightening of a distorted posture may also offer relief. Muscle spasm and tension can be instantly released to help restore muscle tone. Side effects may include
- A feeling of lightness, less stiffness and feeling more aligned
- Increased circulation and blood flow to affected areas causing a sensation of heaviness,
- Increased neural conduction causing a tingling, light feeling to extremities
- Increased sensation, symptoms and sensitivity
- Temporary stiffness: muscles that have been in spasm will experience tissue healing and inflammation once released. When deeper muscle tissue releases and heals the superficial muscles often tighten to restrict mobility for deeper tissue to maximize healing effect.
- Fatigue: during the healing process energy is diverted to tissue healing so the body may experience a strong need to sleep to maximize the healing situation.
How many sessions will I need?
Most clients get relief within three to five B3 sessions, or at least find a shift in their symptoms. If you cannot achieve relief by using B3 techniques, the origin of pain may be due to something other than neuro-muscular or myofascial conditions. Your practitioner will refer you to a medical specialist in order to get a clear diagnosis. X-rays, MRIs, and other diagnostic tests can identify conditions that may cause pain such as: joint damage, torn tendons or ligaments, or stress fractures.
How long does a B3 session take?
The duration of a B3 session will vary per client. Typically, a session can last between 30-45 minutes.
What are the long term effect of B3 sessions?
If pain, injury and stress have been chronic, then it may take a series of sessions to progressively release layers of blocked myofascia and reduce nerve compression. Chronic tension is often only reset when deeper stabilising muscles are eventually reset. It makes sense that an immediate release of chronic tension may be too big a change and dramatic for the body to find a new equilibrium. For this reason the body releases long term stress in phases.
Physical changes are often accompanied by emotional shifts with signs including moodiness, tearfulness and heightened emotions during the phase of physical release.
In chronic pain conditions, the healing becomes a process of release and adaptation, not necessarily an instant occurrence.
Nerves reach level of threshold that is called firing point. If a nerve is constantly under pressure it can reach irritability and firing point. B3 facilitates the release of myofascial pressure and therefore reduces nerve irritation below firing point. At this time of healing it is crucial to reduce activities and challenges that might flare the nerve up again. Once the firing point has been reset the nerve is less likely to flare up again.
Is B3 safe?
The B3 technique is very safe hands-on, soft tissue technique with very little harm that can be done due to the gentle, light, hands-on application. Should the practitioner apply an inaccurate stimulus, it would merely be ineffective and the myofascia would stay tight and not release tension. Should the practitioner try to override or force too much pressure on the muscle, the body’s natural protective mechanism would kick in and resist the stimulus.
Clients who report pain in any body part with any of the following symptoms are immediately referred to a doctor to rule out serious conditions:
- If pain is severe, with a sudden onset, or starts with a traumatic injury and if a noise was heard when that injury occurred
- Acute pain has lasted more than 2 weeks
- The intensity of pain increases over time
- Pain that is accompanied by heat, strong swelling, strange sensation or discoloration
Is it like a massage?
B3 is not a massage. Clients remain fully clothed and may be treated in a pace-down, face-up, sideline or standing position. In terms of muscle strain release you may experience relief similar to that of a deep tissue massage.
Email me to enjoy a Bodywork session: info@lucianapierangeli.com
Please visit the Brain.Body.Balance. site for more information.
Disclaimer: B3 is not a recognised medical treatment and practitioners may advise clients to seek medical attention in addition to B3 sessions.
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