This is a natural therapeutic technique which aims to balance the body’s vital energy. It was developed by Austrian born chiropractor, osteopath and naturopath Randolph Stone (1890 1983), who was deeply interested in the electromagnetic energy flows within the body, and their effect on health. The basis of his theory of `polarity therapy’ is wide ranging indeed, drawing from Eastern and Western therapies Acupuncture, shiatsu, Ayurvedic medicine, Yoga and herbalism.
In his own clinical practice Stone noted many instances where a patient was cured of a disorder in the first instance via spinal manipulation or a herbal tonic, only to have the problem surface again later. This made him think that there must, in addition, be underlying residual conditions which needed treatment as well. This is why he paid particular attention to the Eastern concept that illness is the direct result of blockages in the `life energy’ flow, known in China as qi and in India as prana, and that, by eliminating such blockages, illness should be removed and be unable to recur.
When energy becomes blocked within the body it cause’s pain or tension. Polarity Therapy is hands on healing approach, that incorporates a gentle rocking of the body, which produces a deep relaxing and soothing effect for the mind, body and spirit. The placing of hands on positive and negative points of the body sends an energy current between the two points, recharging the body as it flows. The aim is to balance the relationships between the five elements of ether, air, earth, fire, and water. The regular stream of love and energy revitalises and balances the body. It’s safe and gentle, yet it’s a powerful alternative healing technique, which promotes relaxation and reduces stress as well as preventing disease.
How Does it Work?
Polarity Therapy works because it is designed to help the whole person, not just the part that hurts. Through love energy, positive thoughts and attitudes, gentle manipulations, mild exercise and proper dietary habits, a true feeling of well ness is achieved. Polarity Therapy promotes a deep relaxation and revitalisation by balancing the bodies energies. Once we are relaxed, our own natural intelligence will automatically correct any temporary imbalances of energy and good health will be restored.
Through Polarity Therapy we can achieve a balanced condition which is experienced as good health, concentration, relaxation, peace of mind and happiness. When the LOVE aspect is present all other aspects work together. To have life, there must be movement, polarities must be active. Energy arises from a center, stillness much the same as electricity arises from a generating plant, and must return through a neutral field to benefit the end user example a light. This complete circuit is a Polarity relationship giving health. Disease is energy flow not able to return to its origin the circuits are broken.
Who Can Benefit?
Polarity Therapy is helpful for everyone from infants to the elderly. It can even be found effective with animals.
As Dr. Stone said, “our hands are our greatest tools and if used with knowledge, insight and intuition, can be one of the greatest aids to healing” …..
“We draw from nature what we need. The same energy which is in nature, is also in us” …..