How is structural Integration different than massage?
Most massage techniques focus on relaxing the body through superficial repeated strokes on the muscles. While a very skilled massage therapist can provide some relief to chronic and acute pain, massage does not intend to change structural and functional patterns to alleviate the source of pain. Structural Integration uses more defined and deeper manipulative techniques to bring the entire body into better alignment and function. Unlike massage, Structural integration requires clients to be actively involved during sessions by providing feedback, performing specific movements, and noticing sensations.
