In this episode, we are honoured to be joined by the impeccable Dr Robert Schleip, a pioneering researcher and leader in the field of fascial physiology. His research is some of the most influential in the industry, but if that wasn't enough, Dr Schleip has an extensive list of additional qualifications including a Ph.D. in human biology, a Master's degree in psychology, and certification in Rolfing and Feldenkrais teaching and practice. 

Few practitioners can boast the breadth of experience that Robert has. His journey has been a fascinating one, from psychologist to Rolfing practitioner to research academic in fascial anatomy and physiology. 

It was a delight to pick Robert's brain about the fascial world. He beautifully transitions from his deep theoretical understanding to the practical application of our hands-on magic. Robert also shared his many insights into delayed onset muscle soreness and MRI imaging of fascial dysfunction around tendon overuse injuries. 

Robert's passion shines through at every level of this interview. For those who love his work, he will be sharing it in Sydney during October 2023 before he travels to the World Conference in Lower Back Pain in Melbourne. 

This is an absolute must-listen for those who thirst for a greater understanding of the magic that happens underneath our hands.  

Dr. Robert Schleip is the Director of the Fascia Research Group at Ulm University, Germany. In addition, he serves as Research Director for the European Rolfing Association and maintains a part-time private practice as a certified Rolfing practitioner and as Feldenkrais teacher. He holds an M.A. degree in psychology from Heidelberg University and a PhD in Human Biology from Ulm University. 

Dr Schleip and his colleagues were instrumental in getting the first international Fascia Research Congress in 2007 started, as well as the subsequent congresses. His own research work on active fascial contractility was honoured with the Vladimir Janda Award for Musculoskeletal Medicine. Mark Driscoll, Eng., PhD. is a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at McGill University, in Montreal, Canada. 

His published research focuses on the biomechanics of the spine from the perspective of devising an improved understanding of stability, diagnostics, and/or treatments - having a particular focus on the involvement of soft tissue such as fascia. He Chaired the scientific committees of the 2018 and 2022 Fascia Research Congresses and was elected as the first President of the Fascia Research Society in 2020.

Find out more about Robert's work here: 
https://www.somatics.de/en