What is Reflexive Movement?
There are two main components of movement. There is the conscious or voluntary part of movement that we all know about. I think, I move. There is also the involuntary part, the reflexive part of movement. For the most part, the conscious overshadows the reflexive. Conscious is active. Reflexive compliments and modulates. The reflexive is also in competition with itself. Protective reflexes are present and also newly created after injuries. However, if we can remove the conscious and disarm the protective, then reflexive movement can exist by itself. Overall, the goal is to learn to move involuntarily.
Why use Reflexive Movement?
Movement without conscious restriction or limitation by protective reflexes allows a higher level of relaxation during movement. Ranges of motion, especially of areas that have restrictions (injuries, inflammation, arthritis, etc) can be increased. This leads to improved function. Improved function leads to increased strength, flexibility, and greater body awareness.
