Structural Elements® began with a bold idea: that lasting change requires looking beyond isolated symptoms to understand how the entire body works together. At the foundation of this approach is fascia, the continuous web of connective tissue that surrounds every muscle, bone, nerve, and organ, influencing how the body moves, holds tension, and recovers. We are experts in fascia and myofascial release, and that expertise is the foundation of the entire (se)® System.

Founder Doug Bertram, L.Ac., MTCM, developed the (se)® Treatment by combining myofascial release, fascia mapping, and principles of Chinese medicine into a proprietary approach to structural assessment and treatment. Rather than simply addressing symptoms, the method looks at the body as an interconnected system and works to restore balance.

Central to the (se)® System is the relationship between fascia and the autonomic nervous system. Fascia is rich in sensory nerve endings that communicate information about tension, movement, and position. Understanding this connection allows us to address both structural restrictions and the nervous system’s response to support meaningful, lasting change.

What began as one treatment has evolved into a comprehensive Orthopedic Wellness system integrating treatment, movement, recovery, and wellness. Every service is informed by our understanding of fascia and its role in whole-body health, while every Structural Elements® provider is trained in the (se)® method, bringing a consistent, whole-body, whole-person approach to care across our growing national franchise network.

Today, the (se)® mark represents this shared philosophy and our commitment to helping people move, feel, and perform at their best. Human Performance Refined.®