Dr. Emily Splichal on the Healing Power of Touch
Podiatrist Dr. Emily Splichal explains how touch, texture, and resistance training improve our quality of life.
“Touch is the body's natural tranquilizer, so it has this calming effect,” explains Dr. Emily, DPM in this episode of the Pongo podcast.
As a podiatrist, Dr. Emily is well versed in this power, especially in relation to the nerves in the feet. To help her clients harness these therapeutic effects, Dr. Emily developed Naboso, a sensory product line.
“We started with one textured fitness yoga mat. And since then have extended our product line to include socks, insoles, release tools, hand weights, and additional mats. And all of our products are based on textured technology,” Dr. Emily explains, to allow for optimal release of the nerves and increased circulation, particularly in the feet and hands.
In addition to assisting with recovery, pain relief, and circulation, touch tools can also help people with PTSD, ADHD, and autism because of their calming effects on the nervous system.
Tune in to episode 10 of Movement: The Science of The Self to learn more about the healing power of touch and how Dr. Emily is improving her patients’ quality of life, one touch tool at a time.
“At the end of the day, what people are looking for is quality of life. And that can be found in staying consistent in the small habits or routines that you create. I am very proud that Naboso is a product within the quality of life space.”
