About Dr. Ida P. Rolf

Dr. Rolf was a biochemist who studied connective tissue as a medium of energy. Her premise was that if gravity could flow effectively through the body, the body could heal itself. Through her study of chemistry, physics, and Tantric yoga, she developed a theory stating that it was possible to change the structure of the body that would improve the body's function.

Her continued work with chronically physically challenged people led her to develop a method of creating length in the body so that it could find its balance in gravity.

The legacy of her work continues as practitioners worldwide are devoted to her work in the integration of human structure.

"This is the gospel of Rolfing: When the body gets working appropriately, the force of gravity can flow through. Then, spontaneously, the body heals itself."