Rolfing
structural integration®

What is Rolfing Structual Integration®?

A State of Balance

Unlike forms of deep tissue massage, Rolfing® returns the body to a state of balance by manipulating and increasing the elasticity of connective tissues that wrap around every bone and muscle, moving the body into the correct alignment for optimum posture and functioning.

How does it help?

Research has shown many physical and emotional health benefits from Rolfing® including:

• Easing chronic pain

• Reducing stress, increasing feelings of relaxation and well-being

• Improving and aligning posture

• Creating a more efficient use of muscles

• Increases elasticity in the connective tissue that wraps all muscle and bone.

Timothy Roode

Certified Advanced Rolfer™, US Licensed Massage Therapist

Tim Roode practices Rolfing Structural Integration® because he believes it is the most effective means to achieving full body awareness. It is through this awareness, triggered by skillful tissue manipulation, that an individual can radically change his or her fundamental ease of movement.

Tim finds that his clients’ responses range from “I feel different in my body” to “I can do things that I was never able to do before”. He interprets this as the consequence of the application of his training in the Rolfing Structural Integration® of tissue manipulation.

Clients approach Tim with everyday stress, accident-generated discomfort and chronic pain issues from both occupational and unknown sources.

The client-specific process begins with a thorough explanation of the kind of treatment appropriate, and the number of visits most suitable to the circumstances.

Testimonials

Bibi Hahn, Senior Yoga Teacher

“I thought Rolfing Structural Integration® was for strong, tough men who could handle deep bodywork and endure more pain than I could ever. I was so wrong, Tim Roode healed me, beginning with my feet. I consulted him because I could barely walk, I limped, my toes cramped, tops of my feet ached so much, they stiffened. After only - and I say only  - because I thought I would have to live with the pain for the rest of my life, after three treatments, I was able to walk without any of the above-mentioned issues. That was two years ago and I have not been back to see him for my feet since. I now consult Tim for all bodily aches and pains, stiffness and stagnation. He does not make you come back over and over, he never says ‘let me book your next appointment’. He lets you decide if his treatment is for you. I believe Tim to be my healer. Tim Roode has the patience and calmness of a saint."

Terry and Susan, medical software company founders

"My husband and I were not only clients of Tim Roode's for over a decade when he was located in Boston, but we also became close friends as well. I am a very physically active person; I run marathons and also participate in long distance cycling events such as the Pan Mass Challenge and the Best Buddies Challenge. Like me, Tim is also very energetic and physically fit; he is an avid cyclist and is dedicated to his work-outs at the gym. Tim's personal physical regimen has given him exceptional insight into athletic injuries and ailments. To date, I have now run in 30 marathons, 25 of which I have run under his guidance and care. I noticed when I first started working with Tim how his unique Rolfing® and massage techniques made an immediate difference on my training routine, resulting in better overall performance and reduced road race finishing times. I have stayed with Tim ever since then and he has become an integral part of my training for all of my events. Not surprisingly, injuries and setbacks are an occasional part of these physically challenging events, and Tim's expertise has definitely complemented my physical therapy on several occasions. Tim has an intuitive ability to apply just the right amount of pressure to achieve the desired result. Tim has also put his superior pain relief skills to use in helping my husband overcome the inevitable bumps and bruises that result from his marathon runs, cycling races and kayak competitions. Reducing muscle tension, pain and stress are definitely his forte, and we plan to fly him back to Boston from time to time to help keep us going! While we will miss him, on both a professional and personal level, we wish him well in his new endeavours in Canada."

Vice-President/Equity Manager Ron

"A 40+ year old executive Clydesdale with a history of Achilles tendon issues + rolfing = marathon. Thanks in large part to Tim I am successfully training to run my first marathon in over a decade."

Brenda Bent, Partner in BentGable Design

"Timothy was recommended to me by a trusted friend. Now I recommend him to whoever I can. To say his work is incredible is an understatement! His knowledge of the body and how to put things back together is a rare talent. What I enjoy the most is suggesting Tim to anyone I meet so they can THANK ME profusely later…"

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