Barbara Jean Conti Structural Integration

05/24/2026

According to the World Health Organization (2023), an estimated 619 million people live with low back pain. It is the leading cause of disability worldwide.

Therapeutic bodywork like Rolfing® can relieve discomfort and help you return to normal activities. Sessions are available; book now!

04/27/2026

Mobility exercises improve both strength and flexibility. They can help reduce stiffness and the risk of injury. Ten minutes of yoga or tai chi -done several times a week - can make a big difference!

03/21/2026

Spring is here. If you are planning more outdoor activities, help your body be ready with a session of therapeutic bodywork. Barbara offers Rolfing® and CranioSacral Therapy.

02/15/2026

Dr. Ida Rolf was an early proponent of the importance of fascia connective tissue in the body. Research is catching up with these ideas. Imaging studies show that, for people with low back pain, the fascia gets thicker and does not glide as well.

"Remember, all the time our superficial fascia is under remodeling, but if we have some adhesion, the remodeling is not going well. So we need to free the tissue, to restore the gliding, and that way the remodeling can work much better." - Dr. Carla Stecco

01/25/2026

If you are looking for a calming break, Barbara offers soothing sessions of CranioSacral Therapy and 3 Heart Balancing energy work.

12/07/2025

Barbara's therapeutic bodywork helps improve her clients' comfort and their experience in their bodies. One says, "Barbara helped me to alleviate pain through [Rolfing®] Structural Integration and CranioSacral bodywork. Since visiting her, my chronic pain has vastly improved. She is professional, conscientious and knowledgeable."

11/16/2025

At some point in their lives, about 80% of people will experience low back pain. If it lasts 3 months or longer, it's considered chronic. Try Rolfing® Structural Integration to ease back pain so you can return to your favorite activities!

10/25/2025

The days are growing shorter and we will turn back the clocks in a week. Take care of yourself this fall by getting outside during daylight hours, socializing, and making your home cozy. More suggestions are in the article, below, from the BBC.

I also recommend getting a session of therapeutic bodywork for additional support for yourself.😊

More than a million people in the UK experience symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder - but a project is aiming to help people in Orkney look after their mental health.

09/27/2025

Our knees are hard-working joints. Knee pain is a very common complaint. Keeping muscles in the legs and glutes strong will help protect the knee. Here are some exercises to try, compiled by the BBC.

Our knees are arguably one of our most important joints, but also one of the most poorly looked after. Science tells us putting in some work now pays dividends later.

08/31/2025

During stressful times, take care of yourself. Yoga, bodywork, and healthy eating help support your system so you can be present for family and friends.