The Melt Method

I feel a weak light tingling sensation through my arms to my hands and through my llegs to my feet. I lift my hand to my neck and pinch the flesh above my shoulder blade. I press my fingers into the side of my neck and press down hard as I run down it ,trying to loosen the knots underneath. I can feel a rope-like band and know from my Rolfing experience that it is bunched up fascia (Connective tissue) .I need a deep tissue massage. Wouldn't be nice if I could give myself one? Maybe I could.

Recently I picked up The Melt Method by Sue Hitzman. The method is said to help many ailments including some I experience: joint inflammation, headaches ,restless legs , brain foginess, and  stiff,tight muscles. The method uses a foam roller but is much more involved than simply rolling over muscles. The steps of the method are:

Reconnect: making a mind body connection to find areas of " stuck stress" and monitor progress

Rebalance : using Neurocore stabilizing mechanisms to improve whole body balance ,grounding ,and organ support

Rehydrate: restoring the fluid state of connective tissue system

Release: decompressing neck/low back/joints of the spine ,hands ,and feet

The method contains elements of many different therapies I have tried and received at least partial relief from ; the mind-body connection making from The Alexander Method,the adressing of the fascia from Rolfing , the cirulation benefits of massage ,and the decompression techniques of physical therapy.

This week I have my first Melt Method instruction class. Stay tuned for my progress.

What is The Melt Method?

Neck Release Sequence