Understanding the Connection for Better Client Outcomes

The vagus nerve has emerged as a point of fascination in both neuroscience and clinical bodywork. For manual therapy practitioners, understanding the role of the vagus nerve can open new pathways for supporting client wellbeing

While often overlooked outside the context of breathing, the diaphragm plays a pivotal role in posture, muscular tension, and core stability—making it highly relevant for massage therapists, myotherapists, Bowen therapists, and other hands-on professionals.