Peripheral-to-Axial Skeletal Realignment Therapy

What is the Ziyitang Peripheral-to-Axial Skeletal Realignment Therapy?

Biomechanical Realignment of the Axial Skeleton via Appendicular Modulation

This technique minimizes risks associated with traditional chiropractic methods, emphasizing slow and gentle maneuvers to relax muscle groups and myofascial connective tissue.

What does this therapy help with?

Joint Pain

Treatment includes maneuver of the extremities to correct structural abnormalities or increase mobility to the affected area.

Cosmetics

There are many cosmetic benefits to the Ziyitang Peripheral-to-Axial Skeletal Alignment Therapy.

Our appearance can be altered by our musculoskeletal structure. Asymmetries in the skeleton often appear in our morphology as facial asymmetry, protruding abdomen, recessed buttocks, unequal shoulders, etc. Postural abnormalities can also result in widened or protruding ribs, or shortened necks and recessed clavicles.

Dysfunction of our homeostatic mechanisms can also affect how we look. Common changes in appearance can be caused by bloating, poor circulation, respiratory difficulty, etc.

Our treatment addresses any musculoskeletal asymmetries, leading to improvements in physical appearance and also enhances homeostatic mechanisms.

Lower Back Pain

Lower back pain (LBP) can be caused by a variety of reasons and is often a chronic condition. Studies have shown that LBP can be caused by asymmetries of the pelvis, more specifically outward rotation of both left and right hip bones. This rotation places pressure on the sacroiliac joint that connects the pelvis to the spine, which may cause LBP.

Treatment includes gentle maneuver of the lower extremities, which corrects pelvic rotation.

Weight Loss

Weight loss can be promoted and improved by increased stimulation to the abdominal region.

There is a maneuver in the Ziyitang Peripheral-to-Axial Skeletal Alignment Therapy that, when done frequently, can effectively improve metabolism over time. This maneuver is called the "Gang Gan Yao," and can be beneficial to improving the function of the kidneys, small and large intestines, stomach, bladder, and other abdominal organs. Improves any symptoms of constipation.

Functional Scoliosis

Functional scoliosis occurs when spinal curvature occurs with no osseus difference. People with functional scoliosis often show symptoms of an asymmetric pelvis. This condition can often appear in concordance with leg-length discrepancy.

Treatment includes a full-body approach starting with alignment of the pelvis. Continuous, consecutive treatment is necessary to improve spinal curvature.

Leg-Length Discrepancy

Functional leg-length discrepancy (LLD) occurs when there is no osseus difference in leg-length, however leg lengths appear unequal. Functional LLDs usually occur as a result of pelvic asymmetries, with the most common being pelvic obliquity.

Treatment includes gentle maneuver of the lower extremities, which returns symmetry to the pelvic ring.

Cervical Spine Discomfort

Treatment includes a set of gentle cervical spine maneuvers that relieves pressure and improves circulation to the posterolateral cervical area.

Hyperthyroidism

In TCM, hyperthyroidism can be understood a result of musculoskeletal abnormalities which results in an increased activity of the thyroid gland. This can be caused by postural abnormalities such as hunched shoulders and can have a morphological presentation of reduced neck length and clavicular visibility. People with hyperthyroidism often show increased muscle tone in the trapezius muscles as well as surrounding muscle groups.

Treatment includes alignment of the scapulae and ribcage, and relaxation of muscle groups in the posterolateral cervical region.

Constipation

Constipation can be effectively resolved by the "Gang Gan Yao" maneuver.

Period Pain

Dysmenorrhea is characterized by a cramping pain in the lower abdomen or pelvis that occurs before or during menstruation. Asymmetries in the pelvis can reduce circulation in the area, leading to increased discomfort.

Treatment includes improvement in discomfort associated with period cramps through alignment of the pelvis.

Can be paired with acupuncture for increased improvement.

Osteonecrosis

Osteonecrosis most often affects the femoral head (hip). Early stages may cause mild pain, but as the disease progresses, it often leads to severe joint pain, stiffness, and limited mobility.

Treatment focuses on returning mobility and circulation to the affected leg through gentle maneuvers of the lower extremities.

Piriformis Syndrome

Piriformis syndrome occurs when the piriformis muscle compresses the sciatic nerve that runs from the lower back and through the hip and buttock. Learn more.

Treatment includes gentle maneuver of the lower extremities, which shifts the piriformis muscle off the sciatic nerve.

Other conditions associated with musculoskeletal structure or dysfunction of homeostatic systems may see improvement with continued treatment over time.

I introduce this therapy from China, where it has been in practice for decades. It is similar to chiropractic care, traditional Japanese spinal adjustment methods, and traditional Chinese bone setting.

Compared to traditional bone setting and chiropractic care, which often employ high-velocity thrusts in their treatments, the Ziyitang Peripheral-to-Axial Skeletal Realignment Therapy is centered around gentle force, which may make it safer than traditional methods.

Although this is a spinal alignment therapy, the session itself feels like a massage while producing results comparable to bone setting.

See the bottom of the page for photos of treatment results.

About Dr. Yang Ziyi

Dr. Yang Ziyi (杨子义) is a TCM physician specializing in bone setting, founder of the Ziyitang Peripheral-to-Axial Skeletal Realignment Therapy, and founder of Ziyitang Traditional Chinese Medicine Research Co., Ltd.

Dr. Yang has dedicated herself to the study of TCM bone setting therapy for decades. Through extensive clinical practice, she has inherited and refined traditional methods while integrating the strengths of techniques from both TCM and western chiropractic approaches.