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Here are some of the most commonly asked questions about SENSE Method:
Q: What kinds of problems does SENSE Method help resolve? SENSE Method benefits animals of all ages and levels of fitness, from improving the performance of an Olympic-level equine athlete to helping an older dog with hip dysplasia walk comfortably. Simply put, SENSE Method maximizes the potential of all animals, enhancing the healing process and reducing the risk of injury and degenerative disease. Well-being and comfort are increased. Some benefits of SENSE Method:
Q: How does the SENSE Method work? The SENSE Method improves animals' well-being and athletic performance by addressing the causes of physical and mental tensions. While numerous animals suffering from hip dysplasia, spinal problems, ligament and joint injuries, and sore, stiff muscles have been helped by SENSE Method, it is not veterinary therapy. It is an educational approach. This easy-to-learn approach uses gentle touch and exercises which assist the animal in learning how to move in safer, more comfortable ways which lessen musculoskeletal stress. Injured areas get a chance to heal, and degenerative problems can be prevented. With this newly found comfort, the animal's anxiety is greatly reduced, aggression often diminishes, and cooperation is enhanced. People that utilize SENSE Method report a greatly increased bond with their animal friends. A key concept of SENSE Method is respecting and working with the intelligence of the body. This is the innate wisdom that endeavors to keep creatures safe and healthy. This intelligence is what makes animals adopt postures or movement patterns to accommodate a weakness or to guard an injured or sore area. The nervous system can be thought of as the intelligence center, for it is the nervous system which controls the functioning of muscles, which move the bones. Limping is an example of an intelligent response to pain. While limping is appropriate immediately following an injury, many times the limp does not totally disappear after the injured area has healed. While it may not be noticeable to the eye, the animal may still be tensing certain muscles and putting more weight on one side of his body. We must remember that the limp helped the animal cope with his earlier predicament, and now he has a deep-rooted attachment to that pattern. Until convinced otherwise, his nervous system wants to maintain it. Since over time this asymmetrical use of himself can lead to damage to muscles and joints, I need to convince the animal's nervous system that there are better options. I touch and move the animal in gentle, novel ways, being careful to cause neither anxiety nor pain. Since these movements are experienced as pleasurable and safe, the animal's nervous system lets go of defenses around the formerly injured areas and new movement patterns replace the old, harmful ones. It is always interesting to see the behavioral changes that often occur in animals that have been helped by SENSE Method. Those who were aggressive become calmer; fearful animals gain confidence; and antisocial ones become cooperative and friendly. These results illustrate that when the functioning of the nervous system improves, quality of life can improve immeasurably. Q: What kinds of workshops, products, and services do you offer?
For horse lovers, Mary Debono leads Equine Workshops and Clinics. Participants learn how to effectively use SENSE Method concepts to improve the well-being and performance of horses, while they improve their own body mechanics (and thus their riding) through the use of Feldenkrais Awareness Through Movement exercises. Mary teaches Feldenkrais Method Workshops to help people improve their ease of movement, balance, posture and coordination. For dog and cat lovers, Mary leads one- and two-day Canine and Feline Workshops. Participants learn how to improve the well-being, comfort, and movement of their animal friends. Participants also use Awareness Through Movement exercises to improve their own body mechanics and comfort. SENSE products include our unique Rollercise Package that instantly eliminates back and shoulder tension while improving posture. Based in San Diego, California (USA), Mary maintains a busy private practice throughout Southern California. She works one-on-one with horses and riders, dogs and cats, and people. She has been very successful at helping equestrians improve their riding skills effortlessly. Please email her at mary@debonosense.com or call 858.842.4006 for appointment information. Q: How can I organize a workshop in my area? Organizing a workshop is easy! To host a canine/feline workshop, please call 858.842.4006 or email mary@debonosense.com. To learn how to host an equine workshop, please click here! The Feldenkrais Method, named after its creator, Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais, is a profound approach to improving human movement and maximizing potential. The Feldenkrais Method uses sensory motor learning to ease aches and pains and enhance skills. It is an innovative approach to achieving dynamic health and well-being and reducing stress. Feldenkrais® practitioners teach people how to discover efficient and comfortable movement patterns, freeing them from restrictions and pain. Individuals who participate in Awareness Through Movement lessons or private sessions can expect improved performance and enjoyment of pursuits such as riding, golf, running, handling their canine companions, swimming, yoga, martial arts, tennis, walking, and weight-training. In addition, the Feldenkrais Method has proven to be effective for people with carpal tunnel syndrome and other repetitive stress injuries, chronic and acute back pain, neck and shoulder tension, headaches, neuralgia, foot, knee and hip pain. As a Guild Certified Feldenkrais PractitionerCM, Mary's development of SENSE Method was strongly inspired by the teaching of Dr. Moshe Feldenkrais. For further information, go to our Feldenkrais page. To find a Feldenkrais practitioner in your area, go to www.Feldenkrais.com. Q: What does the acronym SENSE stand for? Strength with Elegance through Natural Somatic Education SENSE is an acronym for Strength with Elegance through Natural Somatic Education. Strength with elegance is the ability to play or perform athletically in a graceful, relaxed way, rather than having to counteract habitual movement restrictions or tensions. The term "somatic education" is derived from the Greek word soma, meaning body. Somatic education is learning that occurs through the refinement of one's movement and senses. The SENSE Method practitioner works with the horse to improve the awareness and use of the horse's body, resulting in enhanced movement as well as a greater ability to learn. Q: How can I find a Certified SENSE Method Practitioner in my area? To locate a SENSE Method practitioner near you, please email mary@debonosense.com. SENSE Method... A Natural Approach to Enhancing 
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