Somatic Systems is the worldwide center for Clinical Somatics, the groundbreaking pain relief and movement education method of Thomas Hanna. Clinical Somatics uses gentle non-invasive movement (hands-on or in self-help exercise) to powerfully retrain the nervous system to eliminate pain, create flexibility and efficiency, and develop awareness. Clinical Somatics is used for injury, trauma, repetitive stress, chronic pain disorders, or generalized pain or tension. Clinical Somatics is also used just to improve movement for other activities, helping athletes to perform optimally, yoga practitioners to deepen their practice, dancers to move more fluidly, or any kind of physical worker to avoid injury and work with greater comfort, ease, and power.
Keywords: Somatics, Clinical Somatics, Prime Somatics, Clinical Somatic Education, Hanna Somatics, Hanna Somatic Education, Chronic Pain, Back Pain, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, TMJ, Neck Pain, Athletic Performance, Movement Therapy, Neuromuscular Retraining, Thomas Hanna, Feldenkrais, Alexander Technique, Yoga
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
15 years. We were founded in March, 1993.
What is your primary product or service?
Clinical Somatics, which is a revolutionary pain management and movement therapy method developed by Thomas Hanna, founder of the field of Somatics. Clinical Somatics comes in 2 main forms: Hands-on work with a client on the table, and self-help exercises that can be done in a group class setting or at home using CDs or videos.
Our main products and services are:
* Hands-on clinical sessions you can get at any of our locations
* Group Somatic Exercise classes we offer at most locations and at other setting such as gyms, yoga studios, and community centers
* CDs, DVDs, books, and other informational and Somatics self-help products
* The Clinical Somatic Education Professional Training Program, which trains and certifies the only Clinical Somatics practitioners worldwide. We offer this training in a number of locations, but primarily at our Northampton, Massachusetts headquarters campus.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I was a college student almost 20 years ago and was stricken with Fibromyalgia. I became an invalid, unable to move without pain, exhausted and mentally foggy almost every waking hour, unable to go to school, hold down a job, or even think clearly. I tried every conventional and alternative treatment and technique I could find, and while many of them gave some relief, Clinical Somatics is the only thing that completely eliminated the Fibromyalgia. Fibromyalgia is now (mistakenly) believed to be a lifelong chronic disorder, but within 10 sessions, my Fibromyalgia was completely gone. Fifteen years later, I am still 100% symptom free, and living a very productive life.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We are the primary resource center for Clinical Somatics, and the only Professional Training school. We offer the authentic work of Somatics that has helped people like no other systems, and provide all forms of Clinical Somatics -- the sessions, classes, products, and professional training.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
We currently have a flagship clinic and 2 smaller clinics. We are in the process of expanding to many other areas nationwide.
What type of payments do you accept?
Check, Cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover
Which areas do you service?
New England, New York / New Jersey Metro area, West Texas, California Bay Area
What are your hours of operation?
Our central location and phone centers are open 9 AM to 6 PM Eastern Time, with additional hours by appointment. Hours vary at our other locations, and appointments should be made to optimize your visit to us.