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Neuromuscular Integration and Structural Alignment




Commonly referred to as 'NISA', Neuromuscular Integration and Structural Alignment is a therapeutic procedure which aims at loosening the soft fibrous tissues that surrounds the muscles in the body. Neuromuscular Integration and Structural Alignment is very helpful in enhancing elasticity of the muscles and aid in its proper functioning. An innovative treatment of its own style, NISA has been known to improve posture. Correct body posture is very important to maintain sound health and fitness. A sloppy posture can give rise to various symptoms such as shortness of breath and joint pain. Neuromuscular Integration and Structural Alignment provides the natural restoration to the body to cope up with the said problems. Restricted movement is corrected and flexibility of the joints is improved.

The technique was developed by SOMA bodywork. Psychologist Bill Williams and his physician wife Ellen Gregory Williams invented this therapy. So, Neuromuscular Integration and Structural Alignment can be considered a blend of psychology and medicine. It says that a state of well being is dependent on the mental well being of the individual or his psychology, and the sound state of his physical condition. In lieu of this, the therapy procedure primarily aims at creating a harmonious mind-body relationship.



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Procedure of Neuromuscular Integration and Structural Alignment


A complete Neuromuscular Integration and Structural Alignment therapy period consists of 12 sessions. With calculated, gentle strokes, the flexibility of the body is improved massaging the joints, muscles and bones. NISA aims at affecting the 'fascia', which is a broad system of fibrous tissue bands found in the body. The fascia serves the important of connection. It is interconnected throughout the body to the nerves, muscles, vessels and organs. If the fascia contracts, the body suffers from lessened energy, blood flow and motion. Neuromuscular Integration and Structural Alignment aims at improving such detrimental physical conditions.