Structural Energy

10/20/2026

10 years ago today, I completed my Advanced training in St. Paul, MN and became a Certified Advanced Rolfer™️. How time flies!

07/12/2026

Rolfing®️ Structural Integration mentioned in the new movie “The Invite”!

06/21/2026

It’s my Birthday tomorrow and Gift Certificates are currently on sale until Wednesday! Head on over to my scheduling page to purchase online. https://structuralenergy.fullslate.com

05/30/2026

Is your SI joint bothering you? Rolfing®️ Structural Integration can help.

SI Joint: “The Sacroiliac Joint connects the spine to the pelvis. Pain can occur when the joint becomes inflamed, stiff, unstable, or overloaded.

Common causes of SI joint pain include:

Poor posture or pelvic misalignment
Uneven weight distribution stresses the joint.
Pregnancy
Hormonal changes and ligament laxity increase joint mobility.
Trauma or falls
Sudden impact on the hips, buttocks, or lower back.
Disc problems or lumbar spine issues
Conditions like disc bulge can alter movement mechanics and overload the SI joint.
Leg length difference
Causes uneven pelvic loading.
Arthritis
Especially osteoarthritis or inflammatory conditions like ankylosing spondylitis.
Muscle imbalance or weakness
Weak core, glutes, or tight hip muscles reduce pelvic stability.
Prolonged sitting or standing
Repetitive stress irritates the joint.
Heavy lifting or twisting movements
Common in gym injuries or manual work.
Post-surgical changes
Sometimes after spinal fusion surgery.

Typical symptoms:

Pain near one side of lower back or buttock
Pain while standing from sitting
Pain during stair climbing, walking, or turning in bed
Pain radiating to thigh or groin

Management may include physiotherapy, pelvic stabilization exercises, posture correction, manual therapy, activity modification, and sometimes injections depending on severity.”

- Dr. Nazish Mushtaq PT

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05/21/2026

05/20/2026

Today we are looking back with immense gratitude at the woman who started it all. Happy Birthday to the incredible Dr. Ida P. Rolf! 🧬✨

Dr. Rolf’s brilliance wasn't just in her scientific understanding of fascia and gravity—it was in her ability to spark a movement that would outlast her. She created a lineage of curiosity, precise touch, and deep respect for the body’s innate wisdom.

To our incredible global network of Certified Rolfers® and Rolf Movement® practitioners: YOU are her living legacy.

Every time you help a client find ease in their structure, navigate a chronic pattern, or discover a new sense of freedom in their movement, you are keeping Dr. Rolf’s spirit alive. Thank you for your dedication, your artistry, and your commitment to this profound work.

Let’s fill the feed with inspiration today: What is your favorite Dr. Ida Rolf quote, or the biggest lesson her work has taught you? 👇

03/30/2026

Fascia!

Fascia is the connective tissue that surrounds and links everything in your body. It’s a continuous, responsive system that helps transmit force, support posture, and coordinate movement.

When fascia becomes restricted from injury, stress, or long-held patterns, it can limit mobility and pull the body out of alignment.

When fascia moves well, the whole body moves well.

Fascia Research Society. Photography by Thomas Stephan.

03/30/2026

Great article that breaks down what the various bodywork modalities focus on, including Rolfing®️ Structural Integration.

Bodywork is one of the most misunderstood areas of wellness. Many clients know they feel better after treatment, but they are often unclear about why a particular modality helps or how different practices approach the body. Today, we will focus on just a few: massage, Rolfing, acupuncture and acupre...

03/06/2026

Rolfing®️ Structural Integration addresses the whole body, including the jaw, which helped ease shoulder tension for this individual.

I spent more than a decade getting X-rays, CT scans and other treatments for chronic shoulder pain before I found relief in the last place I would have guessed.

01/11/2026

Rolfing® Structural Integration views the human form as an interwoven system where muscles, bones, nerves, and organs are all connected through a web of fascia.

Rather than treating a sore shoulder in isolation, we address how the entire system might be contributing to that shoulder pain; how tension, alignment, gravity, and fascia interact.

This holistic perspective is at the core of Rolfing® SI.