Please be sure to read through the Introduction page<\/strong> of your course, which has answers to students’ frequently asked questions!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/span><\/a><\/span>Are you interested in professional training?<\/h2><\/div><\/div>\nPlease visit the Certification page<\/strong> and read the CEI Course Series Prospectus<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>If you are not able to find the answer to your question by searching the site or in the Frequently Asked Questions or Blog Categories below, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com.<\/strong><\/h2>\nPlease understand that Sarah does not offer private consultation<\/strong> via email, video, or in-person. If you desire individual guidance, please refer to the practitioner listings in the first FAQ below. Thank you!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h4><\/a><\/li>Blog Categories<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/i><\/i><\/span>How can I find a certified Clinical Somatic Educator or Exercise Instructor, or Clinical Somatics event near me?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYou can find a certified Clinical Somatic Educator or Exercise Instructor, or Hanna Somatic Educator, in your area by checking the following listings:<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/somaticmovementcenter.com\/certified-clinical-somatics-instructors<\/a><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/essentialsomatics.com\/clinical-somatics-practitioners\/<\/a><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/www.associationforhannasomaticeducation.com\/find-a-practitioner<\/a><\/p>\nIf you are interested in an online session, please refer to this page:<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/somaticmovementcenter.com\/online-somatics-instructors<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Has any research been published on Clinical Somatic Education?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn 2022, a study of Hanna Somatic Education (a.k.a. Clinical Somatic Education) was published in a peer-reviewed journal for the first time. The study included 103 patients with chronic lower back and\/or neck pain. Researchers evaluated the effect of one-on-one Hanna Somatic Education (HSE) sessions, measuring differences in pain, use of pain medication, and number of doctor visits before the sessions and six months after completing the sessions.<\/p>\nPatients rated their pain level on a scale of 0-5 (0 = no pain, 5 = worst possible pain). After completing a mean of 2.8 HSE sessions, the mean lower back pain rating decreased from 3.3 to 0.6, a decrease of 81%. The mean neck pain rating decreased from 3.1 to 0.6, a decrease of 80%.<\/p>\nAfter six months, the number of patients (out of 103) using pain medication decreased from 53 to 14. The reduction in the use of medication for patients with lower back pain was 87.5%, with neck pain was 73%, and with both neck and lower back pain was 61.5%.<\/p>\nThe mean number of doctor visits during the six months prior to receiving HSE sessions was 2. This was reduced to a mean of 0.5 visits in the six months following the HSE sessions.<\/p>\nIn conclusion, \u201cClinical sessions of HSE were found to significantly reduce chronic spinal pain. Further investigations are recommended regarding evidence-based treatment of HSE in patients with muscle pain.\u201d<\/p>\nYou can learn more about the study in the article New Study Shows Pandiculation Relieves Lower Back and Neck Pain<\/a><\/strong>, and you can read the full study here: Effect of Hanna Somatic Education on Low Back and Neck Pain Levels<\/strong><\/a>. You can also see the results of the Somatic Movement Center Student Survey here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Where can I get trained to be a Clinical Somatic Educator?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIf you are interested in learning how to teach Clinical Somatics self-care exercises, you can enroll in the online certification course offered by Somatic Movement Center:<\/p>\nSMC\u00ae CEI Level 1, 2 & 3<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nA similar version of this course is offered in person through Essential Somatics<\/a> and Somatic Systems Institute<\/a>.<\/p>\nThere are three training schools in the U.S. that offer the 2-3 year professional training program which focuses on the hands-on Clinical Somatics techniques:<\/p>\nSomatic Systems Institute<\/a> in Northampton, MAEssential Somatics<\/a> (trainings held in the US and internationally)Novato Institute<\/a> in Novato, CA (training in Hanna Somatic Education)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are the previously offered Level One & Two Courses and Chair Exercises Course still available?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAll students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\nThe SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
Please visit the Certification page<\/strong> and read the CEI Course Series Prospectus<\/strong>!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>If you are not able to find the answer to your question by searching the site or in the Frequently Asked Questions or Blog Categories below, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com.<\/strong><\/h2>\nPlease understand that Sarah does not offer private consultation<\/strong> via email, video, or in-person. If you desire individual guidance, please refer to the practitioner listings in the first FAQ below. Thank you!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h4><\/a><\/li>Blog Categories<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/i><\/i><\/span>How can I find a certified Clinical Somatic Educator or Exercise Instructor, or Clinical Somatics event near me?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYou can find a certified Clinical Somatic Educator or Exercise Instructor, or Hanna Somatic Educator, in your area by checking the following listings:<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/somaticmovementcenter.com\/certified-clinical-somatics-instructors<\/a><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/essentialsomatics.com\/clinical-somatics-practitioners\/<\/a><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/www.associationforhannasomaticeducation.com\/find-a-practitioner<\/a><\/p>\nIf you are interested in an online session, please refer to this page:<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/somaticmovementcenter.com\/online-somatics-instructors<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Has any research been published on Clinical Somatic Education?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn 2022, a study of Hanna Somatic Education (a.k.a. Clinical Somatic Education) was published in a peer-reviewed journal for the first time. The study included 103 patients with chronic lower back and\/or neck pain. Researchers evaluated the effect of one-on-one Hanna Somatic Education (HSE) sessions, measuring differences in pain, use of pain medication, and number of doctor visits before the sessions and six months after completing the sessions.<\/p>\nPatients rated their pain level on a scale of 0-5 (0 = no pain, 5 = worst possible pain). After completing a mean of 2.8 HSE sessions, the mean lower back pain rating decreased from 3.3 to 0.6, a decrease of 81%. The mean neck pain rating decreased from 3.1 to 0.6, a decrease of 80%.<\/p>\nAfter six months, the number of patients (out of 103) using pain medication decreased from 53 to 14. The reduction in the use of medication for patients with lower back pain was 87.5%, with neck pain was 73%, and with both neck and lower back pain was 61.5%.<\/p>\nThe mean number of doctor visits during the six months prior to receiving HSE sessions was 2. This was reduced to a mean of 0.5 visits in the six months following the HSE sessions.<\/p>\nIn conclusion, \u201cClinical sessions of HSE were found to significantly reduce chronic spinal pain. Further investigations are recommended regarding evidence-based treatment of HSE in patients with muscle pain.\u201d<\/p>\nYou can learn more about the study in the article New Study Shows Pandiculation Relieves Lower Back and Neck Pain<\/a><\/strong>, and you can read the full study here: Effect of Hanna Somatic Education on Low Back and Neck Pain Levels<\/strong><\/a>. You can also see the results of the Somatic Movement Center Student Survey here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Where can I get trained to be a Clinical Somatic Educator?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIf you are interested in learning how to teach Clinical Somatics self-care exercises, you can enroll in the online certification course offered by Somatic Movement Center:<\/p>\nSMC\u00ae CEI Level 1, 2 & 3<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nA similar version of this course is offered in person through Essential Somatics<\/a> and Somatic Systems Institute<\/a>.<\/p>\nThere are three training schools in the U.S. that offer the 2-3 year professional training program which focuses on the hands-on Clinical Somatics techniques:<\/p>\nSomatic Systems Institute<\/a> in Northampton, MAEssential Somatics<\/a> (trainings held in the US and internationally)Novato Institute<\/a> in Novato, CA (training in Hanna Somatic Education)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are the previously offered Level One & Two Courses and Chair Exercises Course still available?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAll students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\nThe SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
Please understand that Sarah does not offer private consultation<\/strong> via email, video, or in-person. If you desire individual guidance, please refer to the practitioner listings in the first FAQ below. Thank you!<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h4><\/a><\/li>Blog Categories<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h4><\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n<\/i><\/i><\/span>How can I find a certified Clinical Somatic Educator or Exercise Instructor, or Clinical Somatics event near me?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYou can find a certified Clinical Somatic Educator or Exercise Instructor, or Hanna Somatic Educator, in your area by checking the following listings:<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/somaticmovementcenter.com\/certified-clinical-somatics-instructors<\/a><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/essentialsomatics.com\/clinical-somatics-practitioners\/<\/a><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/www.associationforhannasomaticeducation.com\/find-a-practitioner<\/a><\/p>\nIf you are interested in an online session, please refer to this page:<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/somaticmovementcenter.com\/online-somatics-instructors<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Has any research been published on Clinical Somatic Education?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn 2022, a study of Hanna Somatic Education (a.k.a. Clinical Somatic Education) was published in a peer-reviewed journal for the first time. The study included 103 patients with chronic lower back and\/or neck pain. Researchers evaluated the effect of one-on-one Hanna Somatic Education (HSE) sessions, measuring differences in pain, use of pain medication, and number of doctor visits before the sessions and six months after completing the sessions.<\/p>\nPatients rated their pain level on a scale of 0-5 (0 = no pain, 5 = worst possible pain). After completing a mean of 2.8 HSE sessions, the mean lower back pain rating decreased from 3.3 to 0.6, a decrease of 81%. The mean neck pain rating decreased from 3.1 to 0.6, a decrease of 80%.<\/p>\nAfter six months, the number of patients (out of 103) using pain medication decreased from 53 to 14. The reduction in the use of medication for patients with lower back pain was 87.5%, with neck pain was 73%, and with both neck and lower back pain was 61.5%.<\/p>\nThe mean number of doctor visits during the six months prior to receiving HSE sessions was 2. This was reduced to a mean of 0.5 visits in the six months following the HSE sessions.<\/p>\nIn conclusion, \u201cClinical sessions of HSE were found to significantly reduce chronic spinal pain. Further investigations are recommended regarding evidence-based treatment of HSE in patients with muscle pain.\u201d<\/p>\nYou can learn more about the study in the article New Study Shows Pandiculation Relieves Lower Back and Neck Pain<\/a><\/strong>, and you can read the full study here: Effect of Hanna Somatic Education on Low Back and Neck Pain Levels<\/strong><\/a>. You can also see the results of the Somatic Movement Center Student Survey here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Where can I get trained to be a Clinical Somatic Educator?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIf you are interested in learning how to teach Clinical Somatics self-care exercises, you can enroll in the online certification course offered by Somatic Movement Center:<\/p>\nSMC\u00ae CEI Level 1, 2 & 3<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nA similar version of this course is offered in person through Essential Somatics<\/a> and Somatic Systems Institute<\/a>.<\/p>\nThere are three training schools in the U.S. that offer the 2-3 year professional training program which focuses on the hands-on Clinical Somatics techniques:<\/p>\nSomatic Systems Institute<\/a> in Northampton, MAEssential Somatics<\/a> (trainings held in the US and internationally)Novato Institute<\/a> in Novato, CA (training in Hanna Somatic Education)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are the previously offered Level One & Two Courses and Chair Exercises Course still available?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAll students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\nThe SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
You can find a certified Clinical Somatic Educator or Exercise Instructor, or Hanna Somatic Educator, in your area by checking the following listings:<\/p>\n
https:\/\/somaticmovementcenter.com\/certified-clinical-somatics-instructors<\/a><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/essentialsomatics.com\/clinical-somatics-practitioners\/<\/a><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/www.associationforhannasomaticeducation.com\/find-a-practitioner<\/a><\/p>\nIf you are interested in an online session, please refer to this page:<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/somaticmovementcenter.com\/online-somatics-instructors<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Has any research been published on Clinical Somatic Education?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn 2022, a study of Hanna Somatic Education (a.k.a. Clinical Somatic Education) was published in a peer-reviewed journal for the first time. The study included 103 patients with chronic lower back and\/or neck pain. Researchers evaluated the effect of one-on-one Hanna Somatic Education (HSE) sessions, measuring differences in pain, use of pain medication, and number of doctor visits before the sessions and six months after completing the sessions.<\/p>\nPatients rated their pain level on a scale of 0-5 (0 = no pain, 5 = worst possible pain). After completing a mean of 2.8 HSE sessions, the mean lower back pain rating decreased from 3.3 to 0.6, a decrease of 81%. The mean neck pain rating decreased from 3.1 to 0.6, a decrease of 80%.<\/p>\nAfter six months, the number of patients (out of 103) using pain medication decreased from 53 to 14. The reduction in the use of medication for patients with lower back pain was 87.5%, with neck pain was 73%, and with both neck and lower back pain was 61.5%.<\/p>\nThe mean number of doctor visits during the six months prior to receiving HSE sessions was 2. This was reduced to a mean of 0.5 visits in the six months following the HSE sessions.<\/p>\nIn conclusion, \u201cClinical sessions of HSE were found to significantly reduce chronic spinal pain. Further investigations are recommended regarding evidence-based treatment of HSE in patients with muscle pain.\u201d<\/p>\nYou can learn more about the study in the article New Study Shows Pandiculation Relieves Lower Back and Neck Pain<\/a><\/strong>, and you can read the full study here: Effect of Hanna Somatic Education on Low Back and Neck Pain Levels<\/strong><\/a>. You can also see the results of the Somatic Movement Center Student Survey here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Where can I get trained to be a Clinical Somatic Educator?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIf you are interested in learning how to teach Clinical Somatics self-care exercises, you can enroll in the online certification course offered by Somatic Movement Center:<\/p>\nSMC\u00ae CEI Level 1, 2 & 3<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nA similar version of this course is offered in person through Essential Somatics<\/a> and Somatic Systems Institute<\/a>.<\/p>\nThere are three training schools in the U.S. that offer the 2-3 year professional training program which focuses on the hands-on Clinical Somatics techniques:<\/p>\nSomatic Systems Institute<\/a> in Northampton, MAEssential Somatics<\/a> (trainings held in the US and internationally)Novato Institute<\/a> in Novato, CA (training in Hanna Somatic Education)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are the previously offered Level One & Two Courses and Chair Exercises Course still available?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAll students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\nThe SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
https:\/\/essentialsomatics.com\/clinical-somatics-practitioners\/<\/a><\/p>\nhttps:\/\/www.associationforhannasomaticeducation.com\/find-a-practitioner<\/a><\/p>\nIf you are interested in an online session, please refer to this page:<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/somaticmovementcenter.com\/online-somatics-instructors<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Has any research been published on Clinical Somatic Education?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn 2022, a study of Hanna Somatic Education (a.k.a. Clinical Somatic Education) was published in a peer-reviewed journal for the first time. The study included 103 patients with chronic lower back and\/or neck pain. Researchers evaluated the effect of one-on-one Hanna Somatic Education (HSE) sessions, measuring differences in pain, use of pain medication, and number of doctor visits before the sessions and six months after completing the sessions.<\/p>\nPatients rated their pain level on a scale of 0-5 (0 = no pain, 5 = worst possible pain). After completing a mean of 2.8 HSE sessions, the mean lower back pain rating decreased from 3.3 to 0.6, a decrease of 81%. The mean neck pain rating decreased from 3.1 to 0.6, a decrease of 80%.<\/p>\nAfter six months, the number of patients (out of 103) using pain medication decreased from 53 to 14. The reduction in the use of medication for patients with lower back pain was 87.5%, with neck pain was 73%, and with both neck and lower back pain was 61.5%.<\/p>\nThe mean number of doctor visits during the six months prior to receiving HSE sessions was 2. This was reduced to a mean of 0.5 visits in the six months following the HSE sessions.<\/p>\nIn conclusion, \u201cClinical sessions of HSE were found to significantly reduce chronic spinal pain. Further investigations are recommended regarding evidence-based treatment of HSE in patients with muscle pain.\u201d<\/p>\nYou can learn more about the study in the article New Study Shows Pandiculation Relieves Lower Back and Neck Pain<\/a><\/strong>, and you can read the full study here: Effect of Hanna Somatic Education on Low Back and Neck Pain Levels<\/strong><\/a>. You can also see the results of the Somatic Movement Center Student Survey here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Where can I get trained to be a Clinical Somatic Educator?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIf you are interested in learning how to teach Clinical Somatics self-care exercises, you can enroll in the online certification course offered by Somatic Movement Center:<\/p>\nSMC\u00ae CEI Level 1, 2 & 3<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nA similar version of this course is offered in person through Essential Somatics<\/a> and Somatic Systems Institute<\/a>.<\/p>\nThere are three training schools in the U.S. that offer the 2-3 year professional training program which focuses on the hands-on Clinical Somatics techniques:<\/p>\nSomatic Systems Institute<\/a> in Northampton, MAEssential Somatics<\/a> (trainings held in the US and internationally)Novato Institute<\/a> in Novato, CA (training in Hanna Somatic Education)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are the previously offered Level One & Two Courses and Chair Exercises Course still available?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAll students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\nThe SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
https:\/\/www.associationforhannasomaticeducation.com\/find-a-practitioner<\/a><\/p>\nIf you are interested in an online session, please refer to this page:<\/p>\nhttps:\/\/somaticmovementcenter.com\/online-somatics-instructors<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Has any research been published on Clinical Somatic Education?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn 2022, a study of Hanna Somatic Education (a.k.a. Clinical Somatic Education) was published in a peer-reviewed journal for the first time. The study included 103 patients with chronic lower back and\/or neck pain. Researchers evaluated the effect of one-on-one Hanna Somatic Education (HSE) sessions, measuring differences in pain, use of pain medication, and number of doctor visits before the sessions and six months after completing the sessions.<\/p>\nPatients rated their pain level on a scale of 0-5 (0 = no pain, 5 = worst possible pain). After completing a mean of 2.8 HSE sessions, the mean lower back pain rating decreased from 3.3 to 0.6, a decrease of 81%. The mean neck pain rating decreased from 3.1 to 0.6, a decrease of 80%.<\/p>\nAfter six months, the number of patients (out of 103) using pain medication decreased from 53 to 14. The reduction in the use of medication for patients with lower back pain was 87.5%, with neck pain was 73%, and with both neck and lower back pain was 61.5%.<\/p>\nThe mean number of doctor visits during the six months prior to receiving HSE sessions was 2. This was reduced to a mean of 0.5 visits in the six months following the HSE sessions.<\/p>\nIn conclusion, \u201cClinical sessions of HSE were found to significantly reduce chronic spinal pain. Further investigations are recommended regarding evidence-based treatment of HSE in patients with muscle pain.\u201d<\/p>\nYou can learn more about the study in the article New Study Shows Pandiculation Relieves Lower Back and Neck Pain<\/a><\/strong>, and you can read the full study here: Effect of Hanna Somatic Education on Low Back and Neck Pain Levels<\/strong><\/a>. You can also see the results of the Somatic Movement Center Student Survey here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Where can I get trained to be a Clinical Somatic Educator?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIf you are interested in learning how to teach Clinical Somatics self-care exercises, you can enroll in the online certification course offered by Somatic Movement Center:<\/p>\nSMC\u00ae CEI Level 1, 2 & 3<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nA similar version of this course is offered in person through Essential Somatics<\/a> and Somatic Systems Institute<\/a>.<\/p>\nThere are three training schools in the U.S. that offer the 2-3 year professional training program which focuses on the hands-on Clinical Somatics techniques:<\/p>\nSomatic Systems Institute<\/a> in Northampton, MAEssential Somatics<\/a> (trainings held in the US and internationally)Novato Institute<\/a> in Novato, CA (training in Hanna Somatic Education)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are the previously offered Level One & Two Courses and Chair Exercises Course still available?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAll students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\nThe SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
If you are interested in an online session, please refer to this page:<\/p>\n
https:\/\/somaticmovementcenter.com\/online-somatics-instructors<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Has any research been published on Clinical Somatic Education?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn 2022, a study of Hanna Somatic Education (a.k.a. Clinical Somatic Education) was published in a peer-reviewed journal for the first time. The study included 103 patients with chronic lower back and\/or neck pain. Researchers evaluated the effect of one-on-one Hanna Somatic Education (HSE) sessions, measuring differences in pain, use of pain medication, and number of doctor visits before the sessions and six months after completing the sessions.<\/p>\nPatients rated their pain level on a scale of 0-5 (0 = no pain, 5 = worst possible pain). After completing a mean of 2.8 HSE sessions, the mean lower back pain rating decreased from 3.3 to 0.6, a decrease of 81%. The mean neck pain rating decreased from 3.1 to 0.6, a decrease of 80%.<\/p>\nAfter six months, the number of patients (out of 103) using pain medication decreased from 53 to 14. The reduction in the use of medication for patients with lower back pain was 87.5%, with neck pain was 73%, and with both neck and lower back pain was 61.5%.<\/p>\nThe mean number of doctor visits during the six months prior to receiving HSE sessions was 2. This was reduced to a mean of 0.5 visits in the six months following the HSE sessions.<\/p>\nIn conclusion, \u201cClinical sessions of HSE were found to significantly reduce chronic spinal pain. Further investigations are recommended regarding evidence-based treatment of HSE in patients with muscle pain.\u201d<\/p>\nYou can learn more about the study in the article New Study Shows Pandiculation Relieves Lower Back and Neck Pain<\/a><\/strong>, and you can read the full study here: Effect of Hanna Somatic Education on Low Back and Neck Pain Levels<\/strong><\/a>. You can also see the results of the Somatic Movement Center Student Survey here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Where can I get trained to be a Clinical Somatic Educator?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIf you are interested in learning how to teach Clinical Somatics self-care exercises, you can enroll in the online certification course offered by Somatic Movement Center:<\/p>\nSMC\u00ae CEI Level 1, 2 & 3<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nA similar version of this course is offered in person through Essential Somatics<\/a> and Somatic Systems Institute<\/a>.<\/p>\nThere are three training schools in the U.S. that offer the 2-3 year professional training program which focuses on the hands-on Clinical Somatics techniques:<\/p>\nSomatic Systems Institute<\/a> in Northampton, MAEssential Somatics<\/a> (trainings held in the US and internationally)Novato Institute<\/a> in Novato, CA (training in Hanna Somatic Education)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are the previously offered Level One & Two Courses and Chair Exercises Course still available?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAll students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\nThe SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
In 2022, a study of Hanna Somatic Education (a.k.a. Clinical Somatic Education) was published in a peer-reviewed journal for the first time. The study included 103 patients with chronic lower back and\/or neck pain. Researchers evaluated the effect of one-on-one Hanna Somatic Education (HSE) sessions, measuring differences in pain, use of pain medication, and number of doctor visits before the sessions and six months after completing the sessions.<\/p>\n
Patients rated their pain level on a scale of 0-5 (0 = no pain, 5 = worst possible pain). After completing a mean of 2.8 HSE sessions, the mean lower back pain rating decreased from 3.3 to 0.6, a decrease of 81%. The mean neck pain rating decreased from 3.1 to 0.6, a decrease of 80%.<\/p>\n
After six months, the number of patients (out of 103) using pain medication decreased from 53 to 14. The reduction in the use of medication for patients with lower back pain was 87.5%, with neck pain was 73%, and with both neck and lower back pain was 61.5%.<\/p>\n
The mean number of doctor visits during the six months prior to receiving HSE sessions was 2. This was reduced to a mean of 0.5 visits in the six months following the HSE sessions.<\/p>\n
In conclusion, \u201cClinical sessions of HSE were found to significantly reduce chronic spinal pain. Further investigations are recommended regarding evidence-based treatment of HSE in patients with muscle pain.\u201d<\/p>\n
You can learn more about the study in the article New Study Shows Pandiculation Relieves Lower Back and Neck Pain<\/a><\/strong>, and you can read the full study here: Effect of Hanna Somatic Education on Low Back and Neck Pain Levels<\/strong><\/a>. You can also see the results of the Somatic Movement Center Student Survey here.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Where can I get trained to be a Clinical Somatic Educator?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIf you are interested in learning how to teach Clinical Somatics self-care exercises, you can enroll in the online certification course offered by Somatic Movement Center:<\/p>\nSMC\u00ae CEI Level 1, 2 & 3<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nA similar version of this course is offered in person through Essential Somatics<\/a> and Somatic Systems Institute<\/a>.<\/p>\nThere are three training schools in the U.S. that offer the 2-3 year professional training program which focuses on the hands-on Clinical Somatics techniques:<\/p>\nSomatic Systems Institute<\/a> in Northampton, MAEssential Somatics<\/a> (trainings held in the US and internationally)Novato Institute<\/a> in Novato, CA (training in Hanna Somatic Education)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are the previously offered Level One & Two Courses and Chair Exercises Course still available?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAll students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\nThe SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
If you are interested in learning how to teach Clinical Somatics self-care exercises, you can enroll in the online certification course offered by Somatic Movement Center:<\/p>\n
SMC\u00ae CEI Level 1, 2 & 3<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nA similar version of this course is offered in person through Essential Somatics<\/a> and Somatic Systems Institute<\/a>.<\/p>\nThere are three training schools in the U.S. that offer the 2-3 year professional training program which focuses on the hands-on Clinical Somatics techniques:<\/p>\nSomatic Systems Institute<\/a> in Northampton, MAEssential Somatics<\/a> (trainings held in the US and internationally)Novato Institute<\/a> in Novato, CA (training in Hanna Somatic Education)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are the previously offered Level One & Two Courses and Chair Exercises Course still available?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAll students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\nThe SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
A similar version of this course is offered in person through Essential Somatics<\/a> and Somatic Systems Institute<\/a>.<\/p>\nThere are three training schools in the U.S. that offer the 2-3 year professional training program which focuses on the hands-on Clinical Somatics techniques:<\/p>\nSomatic Systems Institute<\/a> in Northampton, MAEssential Somatics<\/a> (trainings held in the US and internationally)Novato Institute<\/a> in Novato, CA (training in Hanna Somatic Education)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are the previously offered Level One & Two Courses and Chair Exercises Course still available?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAll students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\nThe SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
There are three training schools in the U.S. that offer the 2-3 year professional training program which focuses on the hands-on Clinical Somatics techniques:<\/p>\n
Somatic Systems Institute<\/a> in Northampton, MAEssential Somatics<\/a> (trainings held in the US and internationally)Novato Institute<\/a> in Novato, CA (training in Hanna Somatic Education)<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are the previously offered Level One & Two Courses and Chair Exercises Course still available?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nAll students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\nThe SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
All students who have previously enrolled in an online course will still have lifetime access to their course.<\/p>\n
The SOMA mobile app has combined the online courses into one user-friendly curriculum. You can learn more about the features of the SOMA mobile app here<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nIf you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
If you do not have access to a smartphone or prefer to use a computer, you can still enroll in the Level One & Two Courses<\/strong><\/a> and the Chair Exercises Course<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\nHowever, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>How often and for how long should I practice the exercises? <\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nI recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\nSome people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Are your self-care programs available in other languages?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nYes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\nLevel One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
However, the SOMA mobile app offers more learning tools, such as daily Coaching Videos, so we strongly recommend that new students enroll in the SOMA app instead of the online courses.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
I recommend practicing the exercises for 20-30 minutes per day. The results are cumulative, so you’ll experience the most benefits from the exercises if you practice them every day. Your muscles will continue to release, your posture and movement will continue to improve, and you’ll continue to feel better and better in your body.<\/p>\n
Some people practice the exercises for 45-60 minutes per day, which is absolutely fine. However, there is no benefit to doing more in order to speed up the process. The nervous system and the tissues of the body change gradually. You should pay attention to how your body feels, and do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Yes! The Level One & Two Courses are available in Spanish and French:<\/p>\n
Level One Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
Level Two Course in Spanish<\/b><\/a><\/p>\nLevel One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
Level One Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\nLevel Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
Level Two Course in French<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Why is the pace of the curriculum set?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nIn the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\nI want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Will Clinical Somatics help my specific condition?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nClinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\nYou can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
In the SOMA mobile app, the exercises are taught in a specific order and at a certain pace in order to give you maximum benefit from the learning experience. There is no benefit to moving more quickly through the learning process. When people rush through or skip ahead, they do not experience optimal results. My experience with many students has shown that learning one exercise at a time is much more beneficial in the long run. Retraining the nervous system just can\u2019t be rushed.<\/p>\n
I want you to feel empowered to take control of your healing process. Please do not feel pressure to keep up with the pace of the app; most people move through the learning process more slowly than the set pace. There is no rush. The most important thing is to do what feels best for your body each day.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Clinical Somatics exercises release chronic muscular contraction and restore natural posture and movement. In doing so, they alleviate a range of functional musculoskeletal conditions\u2014conditions caused by the way we habitually use our bodies.<\/p>\n
You can see a list of conditions that Clinical Somatics helps on this page<\/a><\/strong>. You can also look through the Somatics Blog<\/a><\/strong> to see if I’ve written about your condition.<\/p>\nIf you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
If you’re still unsure whether or not Clinical Somatics can help you, please email info@somaticmovementcenter.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i><\/i><\/span>Can I keep exercising while doing Clinical Somatics?<\/span><\/a><\/h4><\/div>\nThere are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>
There are endless benefits to physical exercise, and you should keep up with regular physical activity\u2014unless it is making your pain worse. Please read my article on How to Approach Exercise When You’re in Pain<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/i>