Fall 2011
VOL. 1 ISSUE 5
Page 1
Fall Newsletter 2011
Amanda Wongsonegoro, CMT 707.477.5402
aclemensw@gmail.com www.petalumayoga.com
Wave Mobilization
Wave mobilization is the unique massage
stroke developed by Dr. Thomas
Hendrickson for the Hendrickson Method.
It is based on the movement of ocean
waves and eastern healing principles of
Tai Chi.
Similar to ocean waves ebbing and flowing
at the sea shore, the HM therapist sinks
into soft tissue in round, scooping strokes
to effectively reposition fibers.
The experience is like a moving meditation
for both client and therapist. The client
feels an increase in joint range of motion,
reduction of pain, and relaxed mind and
body.
The Wave Mobilization stroke feels
relaxing in both acute and chronic
conditions.
Hendrickson Method sessions are one hour for
Table of Contents
Wave Mobilization
Amanda Wongsonegro CMT and
Hendrickson Practicioner
“Wild Geese” from Owls and other
Fantasies by Mary Oliver
In the Spotlight: Dr. Moses Jacob
of Novato Chiropractic Care
Cinnamon and its Benefits
Myra Tan Johnson
Amanda Wongsonegoro
Body Oils and Holiday Offer!
$75.
Refer to the Yelp link on the Massage page of
www.petalumayoga.com for HM reviews.
Explore www.hendricksonmethod.com. A description of this unique
orthopedic massage technique is provided.
Fall 2011
VOL. 1 ISSUE 5
Page 2
“Wild Geese”
Owls and Other Fantasies
Mary Oliver
You do not have to be good.
You do not have to walk on your knees
For a hundred miles through the desert,
repenting.
You only have to let the soft animal of your
body
Love what it loves.
Tell me about despair, yours, and I will tell
you mine.
Meanwhile the world goes on.
Meanwhile the sun and the clear pebbles of
the rain
are moving across the landscapes,
over the prairies and the deep trees,
the mountains and the rivers.
Meanwhile the wild geese, high in the clean
blue air,
are heading home again.
Whoever you are, no matter how lonely,
the world offers itself to your imagination,
calls to you like the wild geese, harsh and
exciting~
over and over announcing your place
in the family of things.
Mary Oliver is a Pulitzer Prize winning poet and highly celebrated
in the Unites States.
She has written several books of poetry, including Blue Iris, House
of Light, and New and Selected Poems Volumes I and II.
Owls and Other Fantasies were published by Mary Oliver in 2003.
Her books are available at Copperfield’s Books, Petaluma
Fall 2011
VOL. 1 ISSUE 5
Page 3
In the Spotlight
Dr. Moses Jacob
Novato Chiropractic Care
www.novatochiropractic.com
415.892.0974
Dr. Jacobs is an experienced Chiropractor in the
Bay Area. Here are his thoughts on chiropractic
care and its import for people living in acute
and/or chronic pain.
Dr. Jacob: “Chiropractic care incorporates spinal
manipulation, exercise, and instruction in proper
body mechanics. Multiple studies have now
demonstrated the benefit to spinal manipulation in
the management of back and related spinal pain.
I use diversified spinal manipulation, Cox distraction
method, and Trigger point muscle work, McKenzie
exercise methods, and adjunctive physiotherapy.
The foundation for healthy joints and muscles is
good body mechanics and balanced muscle
Dr. Jacob attended Cleveland Chiropractic
exercises.
College in Los Angeles, CA. He was licensed
Massage therapy and Chiropractic care work
in 1977.
together. Massage is therapeutic and relaxing. It
An early interest in alternative health,
helps restore muscle and ligament function. Spinal
including yoga, nutrition, tai chi, and
manipulation helps restore joint function and
massage therapy influenced his career choice.
relieves joint related pain.
He started Novato Chiropractic Care in 1978
All exercise is a double edged sword. On one hand, it
and has been in practice 35 years.
helps restore, strengthen, and stretch muscles while
He is in Novato Mondays, Wednesdays, and
improving joint function. It can also be “overdone”.
Fridays. His rates are reasonable. He accepts
By that I mean people go beyond a certain point and
most standard insurance, some HMOs’,
may cause injury. However, the benefits far
Personal Injury, Worker’s Compensation, and
outweigh the potential for injury”.
Medicare
Fall 2011
VOL.1 ISSUE 5
Page 4
Cinnamon
Skincare and Health benefits
Myra Tan Johnson & Amanda Wongsonegoro
Cinnamon brings blood to the surface of the skin causing slight plumping. Prepare a
topical of three drops of cinnamon essential oil mixed with two tablespoons of
Safflower, Jojoba, or Vitamin E oil and apply it to fine lines. You may carefully apply
it to the outside of crow's feet, away from the eye. Naturally diminished lines and
smoother skin make this an effective treatment. www.livestrong.com/article/91597benefits-ground-cinnamon-skin
It is an anti-oxidant, regulates blood sugar, anti-septic, local anesthetic,
anti-inflammatory, carminative, and aids digestion. It has an anti-clotting action in
the blood. Cinnamon is an excellent source of minerals like potassium,
calcium, manganese, iron, zinc and magnesium.
The spice also contains amounts of vitamin A, niacin, pantothenic acid, and
pyridoxine.
Amanda’s Office Hours
Renew Yoga
Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and
Saturdays by appointment.
Sundays 10 to 12:30 noon by appointment
Call 707.477.5402 or email
aclemensw@gmail.com to schedule
Holiday
NEW! Organic Body Oils
Gift Certificates
$25
Two new blends
Available online at
www.petalumayoga.com
Massage Page
Flowing is Geranium, Clary Sage,
and Lavender
Rejuvenate is Peppermint, Lime,
and Spearmint
Buy one Hendrickson Method Gift
Certificate and receive $10 off your next
session!
www.petalumayoga.com