Structural medicine is an evaluation and treatment technique that addresses the fascia in our system. Fascia is a connective tissue network that surrounds muscles, bones, blood vessels, nerves and organs. The connective tissue is a wrapping that provides support while ultimately allowing flexibility. This network has the potential to serve us well as it maintains its ability to glide as we move. Alternatively, it becomes shortened and maladaptive as we are susceptible to postural habits, computers, sleeping positions, etc..
This lack of flexibility shows up by way of pathology, for example, carpal tunnel, plantar fasciitis, headaches, back pain, and thoracic outlet syndrome. When practicing Structural Medicine, we're interested in creating a balanced strength to flexibility ratio within the entire body. This will allow one to function optimally with ease. In order to realign one’s structure, we use a variety of methods: Customized postural evaluation, myofascial length testing, soft tissue mobilization, movement, gait analysis, breathing techniques, stress management—to name a few.
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Referrals are required to receive occupational therapy services by Washington State law. Acceptable referrals may come from a primary care doctor, surgeon, naturopath, chiropractor, ARNP, PA-C or psychiatrist. This is not a comprehensive list of acceptable referral sources. Please contact us if you have questions.
Blue Cross Blue Shield, Regence, Bridgespan, Anthem, Premera, Aetna, Cigna, First Choice, Medicare, Kaiser Permanente PPO, Lifewise, and Labor & Industries. We also take personal injury and MVA claims. If your insurance provider is not listed with us, we are still able to offer you services.
Call us, we can inform you of your options.
Referrals are required to receive occupational therapy services by Washington State law. Acceptable referrals may come from a primary care doctor, surgeon, naturopath, chiropractor, ARNP, PA-C or psychiatrist. This is not a comprehensive list of acceptable referral sources. Please contact us if you have questions.
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