Polarity therapy is a holistic, natural, health care system for balancing and aligning the vital life force in the body, clearing energy centers and pathways. It asserts that energy fields exist everywhere in nature, and that removing obstruction to this free flow and bringing these energy currents to a state of balance is the underlying foundation of health (Eabry 14).

When our thoughts and emotions are out of alignment, an imbalance of life energy results. Energy imbalances may lead to pain, emotional discomfort, disease, addiction, or any other health problem. Polarity teaches that pain and discomfort of life are signals for us to learn, and they present an opportunity for us to change and realign our lives.

The Session: The polarity practitioner evaluates the ways in which the individual’s energy is imbalanced, using a variety of procedures to aid the patient in establishing balance and harmony physically, emotionally, mentally, and spiritually. The practitioner’s hands assist the flow of healing energy in the client’s body. Energy poles in the body are restored to balance with gentle techniques used to direct healing energy to specific areas, including gentle rocking, stretching, and pressure-sensitive touch. The practitioner may also use guidance in diet, exercise, attitude, and lifestyle to support the client’s healing process. In a session, one lies fully clothed on a massage table for about one to one and a half hours.

History: Polarity was founded by Randolph Stone, D.C., D.O., N.D. (1890-1982). He studied, tested, and synthesized health ideas/systems from all over the world, paying particular attention to the Chinese acupuncture, the Indian ayurvedic system, and the ancient Egyptian teachings. Dr. Stone chose the term “polarity” to describe the characteristics of the energy movement (Sills 4).

Benefits:
relieves fatigue ~increases levels of energy ~ relaxation ~
relaxes muscular tension ~ balances nervous system ~
releases emotional holding patterns ~ increases awareness ~
provides an improved sense of well-being ~ aides in
transformation process ~ cleanses toxins ~ restores
the body’s normal functioning ~improves clarity,
focus, concentration ~ improves self-esteem ~
creates heightened awareness of one’s personal needs
and potential ~ promotes healing ~
balance ~ harmony ~ joy

Polarity gives a fresh perspective on health conditions, and
a personal experience of renewed energy and vitality.