WHAT'S ELDOA?

ELDOA (Étirements Longitudinaux avec Decoaptation Ostéo Articulaire)

ELDOA was developed by the late and great Dr. Guy Voyer, DO, a world-renowned French osteopath. It is a groundbreaking system of postural exercises designed to decompress joints, improve fascial integrity, and optimize the health of the spine, nervous system, and musculoskeletal structure. Recognizing the body as an interconnected system held together by fascia—the web of connective tissue surrounding muscles, bones, organs, and nerves—Dr. Voyer created ELDOA to improve joint space, spinal function, and overall structural integrity.

Unlike generalized stretching or mobility programs, ELDOA uses anatomically precise positions to target specific joints or spinal segments—down to the exact vertebral level. Each posture is meticulously crafted to open space (decoaptation), release myofascial tension, and rebalance the body.

A Revolutionary Approach to Self-Care

ELDOA offers a powerful, personalized method to take control of one's health. Whether seeking:

Relief from musculoskeletal pain
Better posture and alignment
Enhanced athletic performance
Recovery from injuries or chronic conditions

ELDOA provides the precision and nuance required to address the underlying causes of dysfunction—not just the symptoms.

This method is built on the principles of myofascial stretching, global tension, and muscle contraction at the end range of motion to create decompression in targeted joints, improving circulation, nerve function, and organ support.

What Makes ELDOA Unique?

ELDOA exercises are:

One-minute postures
Equipment-free
Self-applied and self-correcting
Highly specific to each joint or spinal segment

Each posture is designed to decompress a targeted joint or vertebral segment by:

Creating fascial tension to stabilize the vertebra below
Contracting muscles in an extreme range to normalize the vertebra above

Dr. Voyer developed an ELDOA exercise for every articulation in the spine—from the base of the skull to the sacroiliac joint—including segments like L4/L5, T6/T7, C4/C5, and L5/S1. These postures are anatomically exact and must be performed with precision for maximum benefit.

Not Just for the Spine

While ELDOA originated as a spinal method, it also targets joints throughout the body, including:

Sacroiliac joints
Hips and pelvis
Shoulders and ribs
Cranial sutures of the skull

This comprehensive approach means ELDOA can enhance performance, prevent injury, and reduce pain in multiple systems of the body.

General Effects of ELDOA

Joint Space

Decompress and increase space at a specific articulation, to reduce joint inflammation and arthrosis

Better Awareness

Improve spinal kinesthetic awareness and deepened mind-body connection

Spinal Disc Health

Mobilize and rehydrate spinal discs, reducing disc pressure and delaying disc degeneration

Improved Mobility

Enhance joint mechanics, leading to better muscle tone, flexibility, and posture

Chronic Pain Relief

Relieve acute and chronic back, neck, hip, SIJ and shoulder pain

Visceral Function

Support cardiac, respiratory, and digestive function as the fascia connects the viscera to the spine

Global Recognition in Health & Performance

The ELDOA method is trusted by:

Osteopaths
Chiropractors
Physical therapists
Trainers and movement professionals
Doctors and integrative health practitioners

And it's used by elite athletes across the NHL, MLB, NFL, NBA, PGA, and the UK Olympic Track & Field Team to enhance performance, reduce recovery time, and prevent injury.

Who Is ELDOA For?

ELDOA is suitable for:

🏋️‍♂️ Athletes seeking peak performance and faster recovery
👤 Individuals with chronic or acute pain
🧍‍♀️ Those with postural or spinal imbalances
🏥 People recovering from injury or surgery
🧘‍♂️ Anyone wanting to move better, feel better, and age well

Whether you're managing discomfort or aiming to elevate your physical function, ELDOA offers a sustainable and transformative path to a stronger, more aligned body.

You are your own best therapist.

Dr Guy Voyer DO

(1953 – 2024)

Osteopath
Teacher
Trainer
Manual Etiotherapist

About Dr. Guy Voyer, DO

(1953 – 2024)

Guy Voyer, DO was a global pioneer in osteopathic medicine and the visionary creator of the ELDOA™ Method, Myofascial Stretching, SomaTraining, and SomaTherapy. Renowned for his mastery of fascia and its role in human health and movement, he devoted over four decades to advancing structural rehabilitation, manual therapy, and performance training.

Dr. Voyer passed away on June 23, 2024, leaving behind a profound legacy that continues to shape how we understand and care for the human body.

A Life of Movement, Learning, and Healing

Born in Paris, France, Guy Voyer began traveling internationally from just six months old—a childhood that fostered adaptability and a global mindset. At just eight years old, he was already drawing gym designs, dreaming of becoming a therapist, sports trainer, and healer. He later became a physical education teacher, then a physiotherapist, specializing in:

Sports medicine
Traumatology
Psychological and physical medicine
Manual therapy

It was in osteopathy that he found his true calling. Dr. Voyer’s relentless pursuit of knowledge led to years of anatomical dissection, research, and clinical application. His focus on fascia—the connective tissue that links every structure in the body—led to the creation of multiple groundbreaking methodologies that are now taught and practiced worldwide.

Innovator, Educator, and Global Leader

Guy Voyer’s revolutionary contributions include:

ELDOA™ – Postural exercises for joint decompression
Myofascial Stretching – Stretching fascial chains for global release
SomaTraining – A curriculum for high-level movement specialists
SomaTherapy – Manual therapy training for healthcare practitioners

Holding a Ph.D. in Educational Science, Dr. Voyer believed in empowering others through education. His programs are taught across Europe, North America, and Asia, helping professionals elevate their understanding of anatomy, movement, and healing. Though Dr. Guy Voyer is no longer with us, his methods and philosophy continue to transform lives through practitioners and students around the world. His work remains a testament to the power of anatomical precision, intelligent movement, and the belief that healing starts from within.

Dr. Voyer's Resume

Specialties in Medicine

CES of Sports Biology and Medicine of the Marseille Faculty of Medicine (1981).
University Diploma in Sports Traumatology from the Marseille Faculty of Medicine (1983)
Inter-university Diploma in Manual and Orthopedic Medicine from the Faculty of Medicine of Marseille (1989).
University diploma from the Faculty of Medicine of Marseille in Locomotor Pathology linked to the practice of Sport (1990).
Diploma from the University of Legal Reparation and Personal Injury (1991).
University degree Physiopathology applied to physical exercise (1992).
Capacity in Hydrology and Medical Climatology - Marseille Faculty of Medicine (1993).
4-year Residency in Medicine at the Functional Rehabilitation Center of Valmante (Marseille) from 1982 to 1986.
Consultant at the Regional Sports Medicine Center (PACA) from 1982 to 1984.
Lecturer at the Faculty of Medicine of Marseille (Hydrology and medical climatology) from 1993 to 1996.

Osteopath Background

Clinical

Osteopathy practice at the Borromées residence (Marseille) from 1976 to 1988.
Osteopathy practice at the Deltaccord SA center (Marseille) from 1986 to 1997.
Osteopathic practice at the Intu Motion clinic in Kingston - Ontario - from 1997 to 2005.
Osteopathy practice at the Physio 2000 clinic in Montreal - Quebec - from 1998 to 2009.
Osteopathic practice in rue Cambon (Paris) - from 1998 to 2009.
Osteopathic practice at Heart Lake Sport Medicine and Orthopedic Clinic in Brampton - Ontario - from 2003 to 2007.
Periodic consultations in various parts of the world (USA, Canada, West Indies, Jamaica, Belgium, Italy, Morocco, Malaysia, Singapore, Poland,…) during conference services for more than 30 years.
Member of several osteopathic registries (Register of Osteopaths of Canada, Association of Osteopaths of Quebec, National Register of Osteopaths of France, Federal European Register of Osteopaths, Member of the National Chamber of Osteopaths).

Training

Osteopath DO from Ministerial Training College - Sheffield (1974).
Graduated from the Academy of Applied Sciences for work in Osteopathy and Physical Medicine (1980).
Former student of MTA (Robert Bénichou) from 1978 to 1980.
Former student of the European School of Osteopathy - Maidstone (GB) from 1978 to 1982.
DO (Distinction) from the Chartered Society of Homeopathic and Natural Therapeutics (1982).
Inter-university Diploma in Manual and Orthopedic Medicine from the Faculty of Medicine of Marseille (1989).
Ostéopath DO from the College of Osteopathic Studies - Montreal (1999).
Osteopath DO from the Sutherland Academy - Montreal (2001).

Teaching & Research

Educational Director of the College of Superior Studies in Somatotherapy and Manual Therapeutics in Montreal and Quebec since 1997.
Adjunct professor at Sheridan College in Toronto in 2001.
Lecturer at the CEO of Montreal, at the CCO of Toronto and at the DOK of Munich from 1994 to 2000.
Educational director of the Sutherland Academies of Toronto, Vancouver, Montreal, Quebec and Marseille since 2000.
Educational Director at the Sutherland Institute in Toronto from 2002 to 2003.
Director of studies and research on fasciae at ESHF (European School in Health and Fitness) n ° 93-130-676-613 from 1984 to 2002.
Lecturer in Fascia Dissection at the Faculty of Medicine in Kingston, Ontario, Canada (sponsored by Intu Motion) since 2003.

Specific Exercise & Training

CP Professor DE (Health & Fitness teacher) - 1974.
Masters in Dietetics and Nutrition - 1975.
Masso-Physiotherapist DE - 1976.
Registered in DEA in Physical Education at the UFR-STAPS of Poitiers.
Doctor of Physical Education (London College of Applied Sciences) - 1981.
Holder of the Borromean Rehabilitation Cabinet from 1977 to 1983.
In charge of rehabilitation and functional rehabilitation at the Dietetic Clinic of La Chenaie from 1981 to 1984.
Owner, manager and service provider at Club Omnisports Montgrand from 1978 to 1986.
President of the French Federation of Physical Culture since 1984.
Educational director of PARAMED (n ° 93-130-531-813) from 1987 to 2001.