Nurturing vs Fixing
My "Wholistic" Approach Nurtures The Body And Its Rhythms
Fix it!Western Medical Theory supports a mechanistic view of nature that breaks the body into pieces and parts; organs, tissues, cells, molecules.
The image of a Doctor as a Mechanic is reflected in our language. A doctor is consulted when something in the body ceases to function adequately or “breaks down.” The doctor, then, is expected to “fix” it. In this worldview, mechanical laws govern how the human, or in our case equine, machine works. This results in a cause and effect method of explaining the material universe. Nurture it.A more holistic approach, based on the Eastern medical view is very different. It views the human being as a microcosm of nature. Humanity, and all creatures great or small, cannot be separated from nature. They are seen as manifestations of nature.
Here, we encounter the notion of the doctor as gardener in a role that is meant to cultivate life. The gardener does not make the garden grow, Nature does that. The gardener is an ally who observes and nurtures the interaction between the garden and the environment. The processes, cycles and conditions that exist in a garden can also be observed in the life of a human being or any living thing.
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Animal Normalization Therapy, ANT, is a unique combination of manual therapy techniques derived from the principles of osteopathy with its main goal of “normalizing’” dysfunctions in the body. ANT respects a body’s innate desire and ability to heal itself. It does not incorporate any high velocity adjustments; it is energy work. As a practitioner of ANT, I acknowledge and respect the needs of the individual on every level of existence. I believe that most “behavioral problems” in dogs and horses have their source in emotional and/or physical trauma.
The idea of providing bodywork for animals is catching on! But it is important to understand that |
bodywork does not “fix” problems and it is not a Band-Aid. Conformation and lifestyle contribute to occasional tight muscles or pain. Bodies stretch, compress, and collide during exercise, work, and play, and they need help to maintain optimum function and comfort through all stages of life.
The capacity the body has for coping is known as the law of homeostasis: “The process by which every living thing makes continual adjustments to keep itself in a stable condition and function to the best of its ability.” Simply put, they compensate and get on with their lives, but the memory of the trauma remains. Left unreleased, stress patterns |
The focus is on Function
Bodywork is not about "fixing" problems.
It is about offering supportive care and normalizing body rhythms so that healing can take place and/or function can be maintained. A healthy, functioning body is one that moves with ease and experiences minimum stress. A program of regular bodywork is essential to maintaining any body's health and function. Horses and dogs are not machines. They have central nervous systems as complex in nature as our own. They see, hear, feel, and think, and they have, or should have; social lives. They experience emotional swings and traumas that are all too frequently overlooked by their caregivers.
My approach to caring for animals is "wholistic" and focuses on balancing all aspects of their lives with an eye to improving their quality of life by practicing and teaching mindful regard for body, mind and spirit.
It is about offering supportive care and normalizing body rhythms so that healing can take place and/or function can be maintained. A healthy, functioning body is one that moves with ease and experiences minimum stress. A program of regular bodywork is essential to maintaining any body's health and function. Horses and dogs are not machines. They have central nervous systems as complex in nature as our own. They see, hear, feel, and think, and they have, or should have; social lives. They experience emotional swings and traumas that are all too frequently overlooked by their caregivers.
My approach to caring for animals is "wholistic" and focuses on balancing all aspects of their lives with an eye to improving their quality of life by practicing and teaching mindful regard for body, mind and spirit.
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My studies include the ancient Japanese energy healing art of Jin Shin, Canine and Equine acupressure, and CranioSacral create a state of tension and fear, which, over time, entrains the physical body. By the time a lameness or change in performance is noticed, the condition has likely been around for a long time and the origin and chain of events that led to the now glaring problem may be indecipherable.
I became interested in providing bodywork for animals 25 years ago when I realized that most of the training issues I experienced with horses where based in discomfort, not misunderstanding. |
therapy. I began studying ANT in 2003 and attained certification in 2016. While the belief that the body is fixed by a pill or a procedure is deeply entrenched in the subconscious mind of our culture, I believe that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure and it is much easier to cope with concerns in their early stages than it is if we wait until they become established. I view bodywork as a routine part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle for all of my animal friends.
Nancy Camp is not a veterinarian and does not diagnose or treat diseases or physical ailments.
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I am happy and proud to have received certification in Animal Normalization Therapy (ANT-c), on November 6, 2016 in Eugene, Oregon after 12 years of study. (That's me, bottom row 3rd from the right) |
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My Tuning Fork Therapy, TFT® practice is complemented by:
1. OTTO tuning fork applications in my Animal Normalization Therapy (ANT) practice, which incorporates specific sound frequencies to assist in the energetic release of bone, blood vessels, nerves, soft tissue, and fascia.
2. The use of a variety of frequencies used to locate, disperse and clear energetic congestion in the auric field.
3. Chakra clearing and toning
4. Emotional clearing using standardized charts and magnetic input
I am proud to be a Tuning Fork Therapy® Practitioner. Francine Milford of the Reiki Center of Venice in Florida, USA, certified me after I completed my written exam, practice assignments, and required case studies. (11/9/2018)
My TFT® practice is complemented by the OTTO tuning fork applications in my Animal Normalization Therapy (ANT) practice, which incorporates specific sound frequencies to assist in the energetic release of bone, blood vessels, nerves, soft tissue, and fascia.