An Approach Toward the Whole Human Being
Several scientific studies of Rolfing have been conducted. For example,
in a controlled study at the UCLA Department of Kinesiology (abstracts
available from the Rolf Institute) Drs. Valerie V. Hunt and Wayne W.
Massey established that the aim of Rolfing, "to create and maintain a
more balanced energy system which conserves energy rather than expends
it," was, in fact, achieved. They found that,
- "Movements were smoother, larger and less constrained."
- "There were less extraneous movements."
- "Body movements were more dynamic and energetic."
- "Carriage was more erect and there was less obvious strain to
maintain held positions."
Other research projects include a study of Rolfing and its positive
effects on the autonomic nervous system published in Physical
Therapy, the journal of the American Physical Therapy Association,
March 1988 issue.
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