"The purpose of Visceral Manipulation is to recreate, harmonize, and increase proprioceptive communication in the body to enhance its internal mechanism for better health." ~ Jean-Pierre Barral, D.O.
The technique is a gentle manual therapy used with the intention of restoring the tissue's natural motion. The therapist uses specific mobilization techniques for each organ to help reduce fascial restrictions. Fascia is a white spider-web like material which coats all of the cells in the body and as humans move through their lives, inflammation occurs which causes these restrictions. Inflammation can be caused by infections, injury, surgery, repetitive movements, diet and other lifestyle factors, toxin exposure, and even mental stress.
Visceral manipulation was developed by Jean-Pierre Barral, a Frenchman who was a registered physical therapist and Doctor of Osteopathy. He realized through many years of observation and working with his patients, a large number of problems in the body could be linked to restrictions in the visceral tissues, and he found by addressing those restrictions, pain elsewhere in the body could be reduced.
What Can Visceral Manipulation Do?
Visceral Manipulation has the potential to help with many different conditions including:
- Digestive Issues
- Upper and Lower Back Pain
- Sacroiliac Pain
- Neck Pain
- Shoulder Pain
- Sciatica
- Headaches
- Emotional Problems
Dr. Blandford is a massage therapist with over eight years and a naturopathic physician who seeks to empower her clients' to find their own health and well-being. She offers a FREE 15 minute consultation if you are interested in finding out if visceral manipulation or naturopathic medicine may be right for you and your health goals. You can schedule online here for an in-person, phone, or virtual consultation to learn more.