Basic core strength and the ability to engage the pelvic floor is generally required for getting up from lying down. This video looks at building this skill and the the principal of rehabilitation and strengthening.

It is great to receive treatment from a good bodyworker. However alongside this we need to take care of ourselves, to heal and to maintain our body for our self too.

Paul McIntyre is a bodyworker and Taiji instructor in the HME tradition.

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This video content is based on my experience as a Taiji instructor and a remedial masseur. This video does not constitute professional or medical advise.