In this enlightening episode, Joanne delves into the fascinating world of myofascial release, discussing various interpretations of this powerful bodywork technique and what it means to different people.

Tune in to discover how myofascial release has become a well known complementary health technique - and... what does it really mean? It has very different interpretations for different bodywork modalities... So this episode will expand your understanding and provide a wider - and perhaps more helpful - context for something called myofascial induction.

Whatever bodywork techniques you use or enjoy, Joanne will shed light on the importance of myofascial motion and how we understand its role in health education for optimal performance. Whether you work with athletes on prehab strategies or you are simply interested in alternative therapies, this episode offers valuable information for any complementary health practice. Joanne unlocks some essential keys of myofascial magic and embodied movement, and the distinctions to fully understand these various therapeutic techniques. 

Don’t miss out on these essential insights into fascinating fascia, and the ways understanding it can improve your understanding of movement in everyday life! Tune in now to discover what you REALLY need to know about myofascial release!

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Join Dr. Karen Kirkness and Joanne Avison in this enlightening exploration of anatomy through the lens of spirals, where they delve into the fascinating intersection of holistic health and anatomical insights, as revealed in Karen’s book Spiral Bound. In this open-hearted deep dive, from 2021, Karen (now Dr. Kirkness) shared her expertise in fascia research and the principles of tensegrity medicine. It highlights the importance of body mapping, for structural integrity and deeper understanding and effective learning.

Whether you’re a practitioner or simply curious about the body’s dynamics, we hope this episode will inspire curiosity about holistic anatomy and its application in everyday health. Tune in for an engaging discussion that bridges science and wellness, and unlock keys to exploring your body’s structure and function...


MORE ABOUT DR KAREN KIRKNESS:
Karen holds a doctorate in medical sciences from Hull York Medical Student where she currently teaches embryology and anatomy. She's based near Edinburgh, Scotland, and owns Meadowlark Yoga studio on the heart of the Meadows. Find her online or building dens in the forest with her 2 kids.

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LOOK OUT FOR KAREN AT THE FASCIA HUB IN NOVEMBER!
The Fascia Hub is launching Embryology Month this November (2024) and you have several treats in store!

• Jan Trewartha will be chatting with Dr Kirkness about anatomy and embryology
• There'll be a webinar from Emeritus Assoc. Professor of Anatomy and Embryology, Jaap van der Wal. Click here for it
• Members of The Fascia Hub will receive a free download of Chapter 4 from Yoga Fascia Anatomy & Movement - which tells the embryo story in full illustration and helps us make sense of our original movements and forming sequence!

Click on the links above to listen, watch or join The Fascia Hub to get all these treats next month!!

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Enjoy this story (behind the story!) of Joanne Avison’s groundbreaking new book, that explores the intricate connections between our body’s anatomy and holistic wellness through understanding fascia, spirit, and movement. In this episode Joanne tells the delightful story behind how it all happened.

The new book, Myofascial Magic In Action, offers therapeutic micro-movement techniques that promote holistic health and wellness. In the book you'll discover how to incorporate anatomy awareness and micro-movement medicine into your personal practice, enhancing your journey toward holistic healing. Whether you're a health practitioner or someone seeking personal growth, it offers valuable insights into the world of fascia science and fascial wellness - in easily understood language and highly illustrated. Learn how to implement wellness strategies that not only alleviate pain but also foster a deeper connection between body and spirit - and have fun doing it. (The illustrations, by the author, will make you smile while you practice!)

While the book itself uncovers the keys to understanding myofascia, this is the story needed to set the scene.


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Discover the transformative power of ancient wisdom in our modern lives through the harmonious practices of permaculture, Ayurveda, and yoga. In this enlightening conversation, Joanne and wellness consultant Justin Robertshaw explore how these holistic health systems foster balanced living, community empowerment, and environmental harmony. 

Joanne and Justin discuss the intersection of yoga, Ayurveda and permaculture, highlighting how these practices can support sustainable living in ways that honour everyone’s experience. Our listeners working in therapeutic roles might be particularly interested to hear Justin discussing the importance of a client-centred approach grounded in experiential learning, and really explaining the "why" behind any recommendations or practices. His approach is so multidimensional, yet easy to understand. 

So whether you're a yoga teacher in training, a therapeutic practitioner, or simply curious about how these practices can enrich your life, we hope this episode offers you valuable insights into the synergy between yoga, sustainable practices, and personal health and healing.

This episode was originally recorded in 2023.


ABOUT JUSTIN ROBERTSHAW
Justin Robertshaw is a wellness consultant who integrates Yoga, Ayurveda, and Permaculture to help people live in harmony with their true nature. With over 20 years of experience, he focuses on empowering individuals to make sustainable, practical lifestyle changes that improve their physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. His work emphasizes aligning with natural principles for a more meaningful and abundant life.

Justin's website: www.justinrobertshaw.com
Justin's Instagram: @justinrobertshaw
Justin on YouTube: @justinrobertshaw
 

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Joanne and Paul are back with another Myofascial Magic In Action episode! Listen in as they explain how fascia influences movement and adaptability - not just during intense exercise but also during our everyday activities. Fascia can thicken or soften and adapt to repeated stress - so whether it's weightlifting or long periods of sitting, it learns to meet the demand of “that performance”. It is constantly seeking a balance between performance and recovery.

That really is key to long-term health. And another is the precious gift of pandiculation. It’s a myofascial reset and it’s a super power, whatever your activity!!

So tune in to learn how to do this ultimate reset for peak performance and wellbeing, to hear about the fascia matrix and its dynamic nature, and to learn more about preventive healing strategies.

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Join us on an enlightening journey as we explore the future of medicine and how energy, fascia, and intuition are shaping the landscape of healing. In this episode, Emeritus Professor Carol Davis and Joanne delve into the exciting realm of integrative healing, highlighting the wellness revolution that emphasizes functional wellness and holistic health. Discover how intuitive healing and alternative medicine are becoming essential components in therapeutic and medical approaches, bridging the gap between materialistic science and physical therapeutics.

We also discuss the role of fascia in our bodies and its significance in complementary therapies, as well as share insights into alternative modalities that enhance patient optimization. By embracing holistic therapies and intuitive practices, in the learning field, we can unlock new possibilities for health and vitality.

Whether you're a professional therapist or just interested in alternative approaches to wellbeing or seeking to understand the synergy of energy and healing, this episode offers valuable insights into the journey towards integrative health. 



ABOUT CAROL DAVIS: 
Emeritus Professor, Carol M. Davis works at the Department of Physical Therapy, University of Miami Miller School of Medicine. Carol does research in Rehabilitation Medicine, Primary Care and Physiotherapy. Carol is also a potent voice in the growing field of fascia and fasciategrity. One of many publications is 'ACAPT First Annual Geneva R. Johnson Innovations in Physical Therapy Education Forum: Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT): So What? Now What? Educating DPTs as Leaders to Meet Future Societal Needs'.

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We've discovered a long-lost never-heard-before interview with the brilliant Paul Thornley from 2021, and simply had to share it with you!! In it Paul shares the transformative power of combining martial arts with neuromuscular therapy, distinguishing how classical biomechanics and holistic, 21st century anatomy do - or don’t - make sense of our embodied existence. He does this in such a unique way that it inspires all of us to ask new questions to truly improve our overall wellness.

Before Myofascial Magic In Action even began, Joanne and Paul joined forces out of a mutual passion for understanding human living architecture as soft matter; which has different rules altogether to most classical-based training. This episode shares Paul's unique approach, after decades of training in Karate, the British Army, Pilates and Brazilian Jujitsu all combined with ENMT; which is European Neuromuscular Therapy.

Whether you’re interested in gait improvement or seeking to deepen your understanding of integrative health and therapies, or simply want to move better -  this conversation offers valuable health insights. So join us as we explore the vital role of connective tissue and fascia integration, and learn how these elements contribute to systemic wellness, walking efficiency, and much much more.


ABOUT PAUL THORNLEY
Paul Thornley is an experienced Pilates Instructor Trainer and European Neuro-Muscular Therapist with an exceptional history of movement modalities. From the British Military, to Brazilian Jujitsu, his expertise and experience uniquely qualify him in understanding movement and manual therapy, in practice - to remove pain and improve performance.

Follow Paul on Instagram: @paul.s.thornley
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In this delightful interview with John Sharkey, we cover what we need to know as movement and manual therapists about Stretching, Myofascial integrity and some key principles about Fascia. I had this chat with John last year but it was only released on my YouTube channel and not on the podcast - til now!
 
John Sharkey is a Clinical Anatomist and an Exercise Physiologist with a gift of storytelling in a way that makes sense - in practical application - of the keys to good manual therapy and movement patterns.

We all love learning - and here are some golden nuggets for you to include in your practice. There's some opportunities to learn more too, should you want to go deep on making a bigger difference to your clients and those you teach! Enjoy!


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Dr. Jean-Claude Guimberteau delves into the incredible world of fascia, providing biological insights and anatomy clarity on why being alive matters. Explore fascia functions and gain a deeper understanding of the human body in this fascinating conversation.

Dr Guimberteau is famous for his videos of the Fascia Matrix IN VIVO. In vivo means “in the living body”, and in this interview Dr. Guimberteau points out that we make different conclusions when we learn in these different ways - and it matters.

Fascia is essentially, our living tissue architecture. It’s alive and well to the extent that we are - and you could say we are alive and well to the extent that it is! Essentially, your fascia is organising you anyway - and Dr Guimberteau tells us why the way we learn is so important.

In fact it matters so much that we decided to re-release this gem of a conversation from our archives so that more of you can hear it. We also talk about the inspiration and motivation behind bringing his work to the public domain, the relationship between fractal chaos and efficient movement, and the non-linear nature of all biological forms.

Dr Guimberteau also treated us to some philosophical reflections on the deep wisdom that comes when we accept the unpredictable nature of the fascial fibres within us...

ABOUT DR JEAN CLAUDE GUIMBERTEAU
Dr Jean-Claude Guimberteau is co-founder and scientific director of the Institut Aquitain de la Main, and former President of the French Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2011-2012) (SOFCPRE). Through his innovative use of video-endoscopy investigating the fascia matrix, Dr Guimberteau has revolutionised our understanding of living human architecture.Find out more at https://www.endovivo.com/

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In this episode Joanne addresses a fascinating question about micro movement, from a Myofascial Magic in Action course participant. She unpacks why daily micro movements can lead to such significant improvements in wellbeing, explaining this phenomenon through the key concepts of challenge, courage, and care.

Could it be that these small, mindful movements can serve our wellbeing as much (if not more than) the grand physical achievements we might strive to achieve? Is this the missing link in understanding myofascia applied? How exactly does the body’s natural ability to self-organize link to overall health? What can we learn from Joanne’s elegant 85 year old mother...? 

And, most importantly, given the knowledge of the fascia matrix behind the work, how can these subtle practices transform our health and human performance?
 
Let’s find out!



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