Jamie Gates Wellness

03/31/2026

Barral Neural Manipulation Prep – Post 3

Continuing through the required reading Trauma: An Osteopathic Approach, this section introduces a tissular approach to trauma.

Trauma doesn’t just affect structures, it affects the quality of the tissues themselves.

Fascia, muscles, nerves, and organs can all change in how they feel, move, and respond after an injury or strain.

Tissues may become more dense, restricted, or less able to glide.

Over time, these changes can influence circulation, mobility, and how the nervous system perceives tension or discomfort.

An example:

After surgery, the incision may heal but the surrounding tissues can remain restricted, affecting movement and sensation in the area (and sometimes far beyond it).

Looking at trauma through a tissular lens helps practitioners ask:

How have the tissues changed, and how is that affecting the body as a whole?

More reflections as I continue the reading. ….yes this is still very dry material!

03/08/2026

Barral Neural Manipulation Prep – Post #2 - I haven’t read material this dry in a very long time 😆

Continuing through the required reading Trauma: An Osteopathic Approach, the next concept explores a functional–anatomical approach to trauma.

Structure and function are inseparable in the body.

When trauma occurs, whether from an injury, surgery, or repetitive strain it doesn’t just affect a single structure. It can influence how surrounding tissues move, adapt, and communicate.

Nerves, muscles, fascia, organs, and joints all work together as part of an interconnected system.

An example:

A sprained ankle may heal structurally, but the body may adapt by changing how weight is distributed through the leg, pelvis, and spine.

Over time, that single injury can influence movement patterns far away from the original site.

Looking at trauma through a functional–anatomical lens helps practitioners ask:

Which structures were involved, and how has their function changed over time?

More reflections as I continue the reading…. (dry like the desert 🐪)

03/06/2026

Post #1 – Barral Neural Manipulation Prep 🤓

As I prepare for additional training in Neural Manipulation, I’m working through the required reading: Trauma: An Osteopathic Approach.

One concept that stands out early in the book is the mechanical nature of trauma.

When we hear the word trauma, we often think of emotional or psychological events. But in this context, trauma refers to physical forces placed on the body—falls, accidents, repetitive strain, surgery, or even sudden movements.

These forces can create restrictions in tissues that affect how structures glide, move, and communicate with the nervous system.

Over time, the body adapts. Sometimes those adaptations become the very patterns that keep pain or dysfunction going.

Understanding trauma from a mechanical perspective helps me look beyond the site of pain and ask:

What force happened here, and how did the body adapt to it?

More insights to come as I continue working through this material.

03/01/2026

02/13/2026

See y’al next Friday! 😮‍💨

11/20/2025

11/10/2025

Me too Bo. Me too.

10/23/2025

🩻Exciting weekend ahead! 🩻

I’ll be spending the next 4 days diving into advanced training with the Barral Institute in Visceral Manipulation (VM) — a gentle, hands-on therapy that focuses on releasing tension around the organs and fascia to help the whole body function and feel better.

I’m always looking for ways to deepen my understanding of how the body works and to bring even more effective, holistic treatments to my clients. This work is all about helping the body restore balance and move with greater ease — from the inside out.

I can’t wait to bring what I learn this week back into the office and apply it to support your healing journeys. 💛

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10/22/2025

🌟 Feeling So Grateful! 🌟

I’m truly honored to share that Jamie Gates Wellness has been awarded Silver for Massage in Keene’s Best 2025! 🥈✨

This recognition means so much to me because it reflects the incredible support, trust, and encouragement from all of you — my amazing clients, friends, and community. Every session and every conversation remind me why I love this work so deeply.

Thank you for allowing me to be part of your wellness journey — for showing up, for believing in what I do, and for making this practice what it is today. 💆‍♀️💙

Here’s to continued healing, growth, and purpose — together. 🙏



Off to four days of training in Visceral Manipulation! 🎉

09/29/2025