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​Behind Complex Symptoms

Physical discomfort rarely arises from a single cause.

 

Muscles, joints, internal organs, the nervous system, the autonomic nervous system, breathing patterns, and daily habits
interact in complex ways to shape your current condition.

 

Rather than focusing on identifying “what is wrong” in one specific location,
our clinic places importance on understanding what is disrupting the overall balance of the body.

 

Based on this perspective, we evaluate the musculoskeletal system, internal organs, membranes, nervous system, and breathing
as one interconnected whole, and provide care accordingly.

① Musculoskeletal Balance

Posture, joint mobility, and protective muscle responses
offer valuable information that appears on the body’s “surface.”

 

However, these findings are often results rather than root causes,
and the underlying factors may lie in deeper layers.

 

② Visceral Function and Mobility

Altered movement or positioning of organs such as the stomach, liver, intestines, kidneys, and pelvic organs
can significantly influence posture, metabolism, and autonomic nervous system regulation.

 

At our clinic, we gently assess and support visceral mobility and positional stability
using subtle, non-forceful techniques.

③ Membranes, Visceral Ligaments, and Fascial Networks

Internal organs are supported by extensive networks of membranes.

Torsion, excessive tension, or reduced gliding within these membranes
can affect organ movement, circulation, lymphatic flow, neural responses, posture, and breathing.

While we do not consider membranes to be the sole cause of symptoms,
we regard them as an important and often overlooked area deserving careful evaluation.

④ Nervous System and Autonomic Balance

Behind pain and chronic discomfort, the nervous system may remain in a state of heightened alertness.

Prolonged stress, visceral load, and disrupted sleep can cause the nervous system

to respond to even mild stimuli as pain.

For this reason, we emphasize gentle, reassuring touch
rather than strong or aggressive stimulation.

⑤ Breathing and the Diaphragm

The diaphragm is connected through membranes to many organs,
including the liver, stomach, intestines, and kidneys.

When breathing patterns are disturbed, overall body tension tends to increase.

Restoring natural breathing patterns is therefore
one of the essential components of our care.

⑥ Lifestyle Factors and Movement Habits

Prolonged static postures, insufficient sleep, and accumulated stress
can gradually return the body to its previous state, even after improvement.

We carefully identify what currently places the greatest load on your system
and provide practical, realistic guidance and self-care strategies.

 

Summary

The body functions as an integrated system,
in which the musculoskeletal structure, internal organs, membranes, nervous system, and breathing
continuously influence one another.

By carefully reading these interconnections as a whole,
our clinic focuses on identifying the true bottleneck underlying your condition
and supporting the body’s natural capacity to restore balance.

🧩 The Body’s Story Behind Symptoms

Physical discomfort develops as small changes in the body accumulate over time.
Pain and chronic symptoms are the final expression of an ongoing internal process.

Below, we briefly explain how these symptoms develop and become long-lasting.

① The Hidden Story Behind Chronic Low Back Pain    Reduced intestinal motility causes torsion in the root of the mesentery Venous and lymphatic return slows down The small intestine becomes heavy and descends within the abdomen The lumbar spine (L2–L5) is forced into extension to compensate The iliopsoas tightens in a defensive reflex Low back pain begins Posture correction or muscle training gives only temporary relief The root problem remains in the deep visceral and fascial layers Conclusion: Chronic low back pain often begins with the intestines and their mesenteric tension.

② Why Shoulder & Neck Tension Doesn’t Go Away The liver becomes fatigued and heavier The falciform ligament pulling the liver forward tightens This tension stiffens the anterior rib cage through its connection to the sternum The right side of the diaphragm is pulled downward Breathing becomes shallow, shifting to accessory (shoulder) breathing The upper trapezius and levator scapulae overwork Shoulder and neck tension become chronic Massage provides only temporary relief Conclusion: Chronic shoulder tension often originates from the liver and its suspensory fascial system.

③ The Story Behind Autonomic Imbalance & Anxiety Gas and stagnation accumulate in the transverse colon The transverse mesocolon is pulled downward The central tendon of the diaphragm descends The “bottom” of the breath becomes shallow Vagal regulation destabilizes Sympathetic tone rises, creating anxiety and internal tension Falling asleep becomes difficult Fatigue persists even after sleep Conclusion: Autonomic imbalance often arises from tension in the transverse colon and its mesocolon. Why Shoulder & Neck Tension Doesn’t Go Away

④ The Story Behind Upper-Back Tightness & Scapular Restriction                        Motility of the stomach or duodenum decreases The Ligament of Treitz becomes tense Because it connects to the diaphragmatic crura, the diaphragm is pulled downward This tension spreads through the posterior fascial chains Thoracic vertebrae (T7–T12) begin to lock Scapular mobility becomes restricted Massage or stretching the back alone offers limited improvement Conclusion: Upper-back tightness often originates from stress in the Ligament of Treitz and the diaphragm.

⑤ The Story Behind Pelvic Misalignment & Sciatic Symptoms** Constipation, gas buildup, or pelvic cooling increases the weight of the sigmoid colon The sigmoid mesocolon exerts unilateral tension One side of the sacroiliac joint becomes fixed or hypomobile The quadratus lumborum and piriformis tighten as compensation Stress travels along the sciatic pathway Low back pain, gluteal pain, or leg numbness appear Standard pelvic adjustments provide only temporary relief Conclusion: Pelvic misalignment often stems from the weight and traction of the sigmoid colon and its mesocolon.

⑥ The Story Behind Chronic Fatigue & Systemic Heaviness Twisting or rigidity in visceral membranes reduces venous and lymphatic drainage Organ metabolism slows Cellular turnover decreases (impaired remodeling) Inflammatory mediators stagnate, causing neural hypersensitivity Fatigue persists despite adequate sleep Motivation and concentration decrease Medical tests often show “no abnormal findings,” leaving symptoms unexplained Conclusion: Chronic fatigue often begins with impaired visceral drainage and metabolic slowdown.

⑦ The Story Behind “Unexplained Symptoms”** Symptoms persist despite normal imaging and medical tests Hidden dysfunction often lies in the visceral fascial network (falciform ligament, gastrosplenic ligament, transverse mesocolon, root of mesentery, Toldt’s fascia, etc.) These restrictions do not appear on X-rays, MRI, or CT scans Yet fascial torsion alters neural dynamics, circulation, and breathing This leads to ongoing pain, fatigue, autonomic imbalance, or anxiety Because no “visible cause” exists, these cases cause the most distress Detailed palpation and movement assessment are essential to identify the source Conclusion: Unexplained symptoms frequently originate from disruptions in the visceral fascial network.

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🔷 For International Clients

 

To ensure clear and accurate communication,
we kindly ask that all non-Japanese speakers contact us via E-mail only.

 

Phone support is currently available in Japanese only.
Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

倉敷総合整体院 円命堂倉敷店

営業時間: 9:00 – 20:00

〒712‐8053 岡山県倉敷市呼松1丁目11-16

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1-11-16 Yobimatsu, Kurashiki-shi, Okayama 712-8053, Japan

Location: Kurashiki (Yobimatsu Area) | Free Parking Available Hours: 9:00–20:00 (Open Weekends & Holidays / Irregular Schedule) Policy: By Appointment Only (Private Sessions)

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(We are unable to provide phone support in English.)

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