A follower writes in with a very common question for Tom: Is there a connection between the fascia and inguinal hernia? (I have had a hernia inguinalis since 2014). If so, what chances of recovery / treatment options exist without surgery? And where? Tom replies: Yes – an inguinal hernia is a pathological overstretching of the… Read more
As bodyworkers or movement therapists, we tend to think of Spatial Medicine in terms of movement hygiene, the inactivity crisis, and reduction of the strain patterns that lead to pain patterns. And Lord knows, that’s a big enough job these days. But the other side of Spatial Medicine – long an interest of mine but… Read more
A follower writes in with the following question: I would like to get more information about conservative ways to tighten fascia. I am a physical therapist that works with post partum mothers and trying to find a way to tighten abdominal fascia is a great interest of mine. Thank you! Tom replies: As I am… Read more
A follower on FB writes in with a question about the effect of trampolines on fascia: Hi! I’ve been a fan of AT for years and have been wondering about the effect of trampoline exercise on the fascial system. I learned that being in an antigravity environment can change fluid distribution in the body. Since… Read more
I am so glad I braved weekend summer traffic to Portland to see the latest iteration of Gil Hedley’s somanautic dives. Start here to get a sense of Gil: – but there are many YouTube videos, and the full catalogue of his work and schedule is at: www.gilhedley.com Gil is currently on a nationwide tour… Read more
A follower on Facebook writes in with this question: I understand from the Anatomy Trains book that fascia has a lot of fluid in it. What I can not figure out is what type of fluid this is, where it coms from and where it is drained out? I wonder if the fluid in the… Read more
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