Our Aims of the day:
- To be able to palpate nerves with new confidence
- To review the : Cervical Plexus, Brachial Plexus, Lumber Plexus, Sacral Plexus, Coccygeal Plexus
- A wider understanding of the Autonomic Nervous System
- Clearer goals and treatment modalities when treating people with acute and chronic pain
We had a really thought-provoking time investigating the plexus’s through the spine, starting with the cervical ending with the much un-addressed coccygeal, relating it the nerve implication with regards to chronic low back pain. I have found in some chronic LBP, the rectum and pelvic floor are holding on too tight, and feather light intended light strokes to the coccygeal plexus start to ease the tension in a way that is non-threatening to the neurological system.
I created space to re-visit the quality of our palpation skills, by as a group palpating ribs to enquire with our hands how the person was breathing. We discovered with a lighter touch you gained more information, also noticing how our own breath fell in-line with the person we were palpating. I believe most importantly it creates stillness within ourself, leaving a clearer mind for gathering assessment procedure.
John Olsson, Massage Therapist:
“Cheers Sue and Ros, already treated coccygeal plexus with profound result wow! Great day and takes the fear about palpating nerves. Loved seeing you all and can’t wait to tickle more nerves.”
Laura Frankin, Charted Physiotherapist:
“From a physio background it was an excellent to recap anatomy in a more holistic manner, taking into consideration the body system and the effect of our hands.”