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Low Back Pain

Low back pain is one of the most common complaints I see in my practice.  The good news is that I have a very effective tool to help, which is Ortho-Bionomy.  I have seen great results ranging from complete vanishing of pain in one or two sessions to a reduction of pain over the course of multiple sessions.

The most common symptoms of low back issues can include:

  • Pain right along lower spine or sacrum,
  • SI joint pain ( the joints between your sacrum and your pelvis on both sides),
  • Hip pain on one or both sides,
  • Pain or tightness in the gluteal/piriformis region on one or both sides,
  • Sciatica (pain down the back of the leg). Sciatica can be caused by nerve impingement in the lower spine or by tightness in the piriformis muscle. 
  • Other nerve symptoms, like numbness or tingling down one or both legs.

 

Usually low back pain is caused by one of the following:

  • a recent injury, like a car accident, a fall, wrong or heavy lifting
  • herniated or ruptured discs
  • degenerative or arthritic bone changes
  • strain or misalignment that develops gradually, like bad posture, overuse, old injuries that accumulate, repeated heavy lifting
  • scar tissue from surgeries in that area
  • unprocessed emotions or trauma that might affect that area

Treatment:

To work with low back pain my main tool is Ortho-Bionomy. 

Ortho-Bionomy helps the body come into better alignment by addressing the way the nervous system organizes the structure.  Through my 20 years of experience in working with bodies, I have come to realize that the most effective way to achieve change is by addressing the nervous system, since the nervous system directs all the structures and functions in the body.

When I work with low back issues, I work directly with the lower spine plus the rest of the spine (since the whole spine is very connected in its movements and balance through all the different parts), the structure of the pelvis and pelvic floor, the hip joints, as well as the legs and feet. I might work with other parts of the body as needed, since all body parts work together to create balance.

Even when there is degeneration in the discs, or herniated discs or arthritic changes, Ortho-Bionomy can help to reduce or eliminate pain.  It helps the body deal with any issues present in a more organized way and creates more comfort and ease.

When indicated, I might bring in Craniosacral Therapy or body centered trauma resolution work to address other layers involved in the low back pain.  For example, if the low back pain is due to a car accident, we will address the traumatic impact of the accident as well (see Car accident recovery). There might also be older trauma, like childhood trauma, contributing to low back symptoms and we might work with that as well.

Renewal Healing Arts

Ines Manteuffel CMT, BCST, RPP
303-746-4626

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Testimonials

I was really pleased with the results of my 5-month old daughter having six sessions with Ines. Before we came in, my daughter, Cailyn, held her head to the right side much more often than the left and seemed to have a sensitive spot at the back of her head. At times she had a hard time calming down or going to sleep. After Ines helped to release some tension, we noticed her movements were much more symmetrical, the extra sensitivity at the back of her head was gone and there was a dramatic diff… Read more
Megan M.
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I started seeing Ines for massage therapy, but quickly found that she offers much, much more. I’ve continued working with her during a time of stressful life changes because her unique ability to combine massage with other powerful therapeutic techniques provides such a deeply nourishing experience. Ines is a healer with remarkable skill, insight and genuine warmth… her approach is empowering! This work integrates support for mind, body and spirit… helps me connect to my inner strengths…… Read more
Mary K.
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Before we started working with Ines, my son was experiencing some pronounced anxiety, hyperactivity, inability to follow classroom expectations and sensory processing challenges. Through cranio sacral therapy, Ines was able to significantly help reduce my son’s challenging behaviors. He was noticeably calmer, better focused and less anxious in the days following a session with Ines. We even saw improvements in his fine motor skills and a significant decrease in his emotional meltdowns. Our … Read more
Lisa Scholz, LCSW
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I am a creative and ambitious person with a tendency to work too hard, fill my calendar with too much, and drink way too much coffee to get through it all. Overall I have a healthy lifestyle, but my stressful (and fun) lifestyle is hard on my nervous system. When I saw Ines, I was looking for an enjoyable massage that might relax some knots I carry in my calves and shoulders. What I received was far more than I could have imagined. I received the enjoyable massage for sure, but Ines also introdu… Read more
Myka M.
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I got into a car accident in which I suffered impact from significant whiplash. I worked extensively with both a neuromuscular massage therapist and a chiropractor. After one year of care, I noticed that I had sustained injury. This is when I began to work with Ines. I specifically sought out working with Ines because of her combined expertise in massage, craniosacral therapy, and trauma re-negotiation. I knew that the combination of these three modalities, given from an expert practitioner, cou… Read more
Blythe
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Last spring I experienced severe low back pain for the first time in my life, where I could not sleep, I could not sit or work.  I went to see Ines for Ortho-Bionomy sessions to find relief.  I was expecting that fire must be fought with fire – that only deep pressure would make a difference to pain this intense.  When Ines started to work with subtle movements I thought I got roped into some Boulder BS, that this surely wouldn’t effect any change.  To my surprise I found that after 2 sessions m… Read more

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