Stop Chasing Pain SCP Podcast Episode 254: Block Therapy With Deanna Hansen
Jun 23, 2025
In this conversation, Deanna Hansen, founder of Block Therapy, reveals her transformative journey from chronic pain to healing through fascia decompression. She discusses how unresolved trauma and tension are stored in fascia, emphasizing breath and intention's role in recovery. The podcast dives into the significance of proper body alignment, especially the sternum and rib cage, and highlights innovative materials used in therapy tools. Deanna advocates for a holistic approach to health, integrating self-care techniques that address both emotional and physical well-being.
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Tight Calves Block Detox Pathways
- Deanna Hansen discovered tight calves blocked toxin movement by testing two people who didn't reduce size during a holiday challenge.
- This led her to focus on cause sites distant from the diaphragm to improve whole-body alignment and function.
Fascia’s Role in Body Patterns
- Fascia binds the body in patterns causing pain and dysfunction by gripping bone with extreme force.
- Areas farthest from the diaphragm, like feet and hands, are key cause sites influencing overall body posture and mobility.
Personal Healing Sparked Insight
- Deanna’s personal journey started in her 20s with anxiety and chronic pain, worsened by intense exercise.
- Discovering diaphragmatic breathing and gentle fascial work sparked profound body changes and emotional release.
