August 29, 2025

Phase 4: Releases for the Thoracic Spine

Melissa Malm

Ashland, OR

Ortho-Bionomy® uses osteopathic-based, gentle, comfortable body positions and movements to stimulate self-correcting reflexes within the muscles and nerves. This method is specific and structure oriented.

The techniques of this foundation class can alleviate tension patterns of the pelvis within 10-30 seconds. It is easy on the practitioner and can be integrated into any massage or bodywork session. Included in the class tuition is access to a pre-requisite online video with necessary information about Ortho-Bionomy, so that we can spend more class time doing hands on work. If you have recently taken an Ortho-Bionomy class this requirement may be waived, please ask for more details.

The Releases for the Thoracic Spine 4 hour class will include hands on techniques for the Upper, Middle, and Lower Thoracic Spine. The Cervical Spine, Thoracic Spine, Lumbar Spine, and Pelvis mini classes in combination are the equivalent of the 16 hour Releases for the Spine & Pelvis (Phase 4) class.

This class is NCBTMB approved. This four hour “mini class” can be used for Phase 4 requirements for the Society of Ortho-Bionomy International® Associate and Practitioner training programs.