What is Neuro Muscle Works?
A Global Full-Body Perspective to addressing Dysfunction and Pain
“Health is not merely a condition of being symptom-free.
It is a state of abundant energy and mental/emotional well-being”
- Alex Guerrero
What is Neuro Muscle Works?
Neuro Muscle Works is more than just manual therapy; it's a refined approach honed over 15 years of practice using a variety of effective techniques. What sets us apart is our unique Hypertonic Anatomy Model, a conceptual framework that guides our understanding and treatment of the human body. We specialize in recognizing and treating hypertonic muscles that, if left unaddressed, could lead to pain and dysfunction later in life.
While we start where you hurt — because that's what you'd expect — our treatment philosophy is far more comprehensive. We know that pain in one area can be the result of an injury or dysfunction elsewhere in your body. Inspired by segmental massage but extending far beyond, we treat the entire body because we understand the interconnectedness of your muscular and nervous systems. An issue that surfaces today could stem from an injury that occurred years ago, continuing to impact you through nervous system adaptations and defense mechanisms.
Where Do We Treat?
The optimal time to address potential musculoskeletal issues is before they manifest as pain. At Neuro Muscle Works, we believe in proactive treatment to prevent injuries. However, the next best time is now, after symptoms have appeared. Don’t wait for a significant injury or dismiss it as a minor annoyance like “sleeping wrong” or a simple muscle pull. Even daily stretchers like yoga enthusiasts can experience pain, indicating that stretching alone isn’t the solution to underlying neuromuscular issues.
When Should You Seek Treatment?
Our treatment is grounded in physiology, focusing on a collaborative process with your nervous system to release hypertonic muscles genuinely. This involves precise manipulation and sustained pressure on targeted muscles to stimulate the Golgi tendon organs, encouraging a lasting release. This method ensures that treated muscles remain active and functional, avoiding the cycle of re-inhibition that can occur with less targeted therapies.
How Do We Treat?
Think of routine muscle care as akin to dental hygiene; while daily brushing and flossing are necessary, they can't treat a cavity. Similarly, standard massage techniques are beneficial and essential but are not sufficient to address deeper, more persistent issues. Neuro Muscle Works is like the dental treatment for your muscular system, addressing the "cavities" in muscle health that prevent you from achieving optimal physical function. By treating the root causes of muscle hypertonicity, we ensure lasting health and performance.
Why Choose Neuro Muscle Works?
“Assuming the problem is where your pain is can pull you into the chronic pain quicksand.
The site of pain is often where a problem ended up, not where it started.”
— Dr. Perry Nickleston