The backbone is a series of individually aligned bones known as our vertebrae. The spinal cord is housed in two-thirds of these vertebrae, and the peripheral nerves extend out from the spinal cord and all vertebrae, and extend to their prospective targets. When a vertebra bone becomes misaligned, it can pinch one of the peripheral nerves responsible for specific functions. Cervical The cervical vertebrae form the…
Knowing the map of the foot zone is extremely powerful, and you can accomplish some major health benefits by understanding the basic map. I experienced this as a new student. I learned all four phases of the foot zoning and practiced them for six months before my first class with Dr. Ersdal, father of foot…
Our brain is a very complex organ and probably the most essential organ in the body. Taking care of your brain health should be part of your daily fitness routine, and protecting your cognitive and emotional wellbeing is an investment in a productive life as you age. Brain health enables us to engage with life;…
When it comes to alternative forms of healing, you would have come across Ayurveda and acupuncture. You would have also heard about oil-pulling and tapping. However, there is one type of healing which is yet to go mainstream and quite as powerful as the above techniques. In a time where medical professionals prescribe tons of…
According to the World Health Organization, “Health is a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” Wellness is “an active process of becoming aware of and making choices toward a healthy and fulfilling life. […] a dynamic process of change and growth.” Health and wellness…
The feet contain a map of the body. This map shows zones that work in specific ways and directions. Every zone throughout the feet influences your body through reflexes. Your feet are a storyboard reflecting what may be happening within your four bodies of health; physical, emotional, mental and spiritual. There are specific foot zone…