Rooted in science
Bridging ancient practices and modern research
Breathwork, body therapy, and tantric sexology are sometimes seen as alternative practices - yet growing scientific evidence confirms their measurable benefits for health, intimacy, and overall wellbeing. Root Alignment is grounded in this meeting point: the timeless wisdom of the body supported by modern research.
Intimacy research
In a recent study with 86 couples, intimacy-based practices showed measurable results after only eight weeks: sexual satisfaction increased by 54.8 %, women’s sexual function improved by 36–53 %, sexual confidence rose by 27.5 %, communication about sexuality improved by 25.9 %, and men’s erectile function increased by 15.3 %. These findings echo broader research showing how body-based and mindfulness-informed approaches can improve desire, reduce performance anxiety, and foster more authentic connection (Kocsis & Newbury-Helps, 2016; Bossio et al., 2018; Brotto & Basson, 2014).
Breathwork research
Breath is one of the simplest and most powerful tools we have for self-regulation. Studies show that slow, controlled breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system, lowering heart rate, blood pressure, and stress hormones (Zaccaro et al., 2018). Breathwork has been shown to ease anxiety and depression symptoms, improve focus, and even strengthen vagal tone - a marker of resilience and wellbeing (Jerath et al., 2015; Brown & Gerbarg, 2005). What many traditions have known for centuries is now being confirmed: the way we breathe changes the way we feel, think, and relate.
Body therapy & myofascial release
Research into body therapy and myofascial release shows how much the body “remembers.” Unprocessed tension and trauma can be held in fascia and muscle tissues, showing up as chronic pain, fatigue, or emotional heaviness. Clinical trials demonstrate that myofascial release reduces pain and improves mobility in conditions like chronic low back pain (Ajimsha et al., 2015) and fibromyalgia (Cruz-Montecinos et al., 2016). Systematic reviews also confirm benefits for recovery, reduced soreness, and improved quality of life (Beardsley & Škarabot, 2015).
For me, being rooted in science means honoring both the ancient wisdom of the body and the modern research that validates these practices. Root Alignment is built on this bridge: the timeless practices of breath, movement, intimacy, and bodywork - refined through years of study and experience, and supported by evidence.
When we reconnect with our root - body, breath, and nervous system - we not only feel better, but we also create sustainable, measurable change in our health, our relationships, and our capacity for joy.
If you are interested please find some articles below:
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Breathwork
Zaccaro, A., et al. (2018). How Breath-Control Can Change Your Life: A Systematic Review on Psycho-Physiological Correlates of Slow Breathing. Frontiers in Human Neuroscience, 12:353.
→ Viser at langsom, bevidst vejrtrækning forbedrer hjerterytmevariabilitet, reducerer stress og understøtter følelsesmæssig regulering.
Jerath, R., et al. (2015). Physiology of long pranayamic breathing: Neural respiratory elements may provide a mechanism that explains how slow deep breathing shifts the autonomic nervous system. Medical Hypotheses, 85(3), 486–496.
→ Forklarer de fysiologiske mekanismer bag dyb, rolig vejrtrækning og dens effekt på det autonome nervesystem.
Brown, R. P., & Gerbarg, P. L. (2005). Sudarshan Kriya Yogic Breathing in the Treatment of Stress, Anxiety, and Depression: Part II—Clinical Applications and Guidelines. Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, 11(4), 711–717.
→ Dokumenterer kliniske resultater af åndedrætspraksis i behandling af stress, angst og depression.
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Beardsley, C., & Škarabot, J. (2015). Effects of Self-Myofascial Release: A Systematic Review. Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies, 19(4), 747–758.
→ Systematisk review viser forbedret mobilitet, reduceret muskelømhed og øget restitution.
Ajimsha, M. S., et al. (2015). Effectiveness of myofascial release in treatment of chronic low back pain – A randomized controlled trial. Journal of Bodywork & Movement Therapies, 19(3), 450–457.
→ RCT viser signifikant reduktion i smerte og forbedring af funktion ved kroniske lændesmerter.
Cruz-Montecinos, C., et al. (2016). Influence of myofascial release on pain, anxiety and quality of life in patients with fibromyalgia: A randomized controlled trial. Complementary Therapies in Medicine, 24, 26–31.
→ Dokumenterer effekt af myofascial release på smerte, angst og livskvalitet ved fibromyalgi.
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Kocsis, R. N., & Newbury-Helps, J. (2016). Mindfulness and Sexuality: A Systematic Review. Journal of Sexual Medicine, 13(11), 1537–1549.
→ Review viser hvordan mindfulness-baserede praksisser (herunder tantrisk inspirerede metoder) forbedrer seksuel funktion og tilfredshed.
Bossio, J. A., et al. (2018). The Clinical Utility of Mindfulness in Sex Therapy: A Systematic Review. Current Sexual Health Reports, 10(1), 11–19.
→ Viser at mindfulness- og kropstilgang i sexterapi forbedrer lyst, orgasmeevne, og reducerer præstationsangst.
Brotto, L. A., & Basson, R. (2014). Group mindfulness-based therapy significantly improves sexual desire in women. Journal of Sexual Medicine, 11(11), 2785–2794.
→ RCT hvor mindfulness-baseret sexologisk terapi gav signifikant forbedring af lyst og funktion hos kvinder med lav seksuel lyst.