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September 17th, 2002
Therapy, Massage, Exercise Offer Respite from Fibromyalgia
Trish RileyCurriculums:
This article discusses the physical pain and emotional stress of fibromyalgia—a condition without a known cause and without a cure. However, several treatment management techniques are available that can relieve at least some of the pain. The article lists The Upledger Institute as an organization that can provide support and resources.
September 1st, 2002
Upledger UpDate Fall 2002
The Upledger InstituteCurriculums: Mechanical Link, Upledger's CranioSacral TestimonialCategory / SomatoEmotional Release, Barral's Visceral Manipulation / Neural Manipulation / New Manual Articular Approach / Manual Approach to the Brain,
Articles and topics include: Therapist Pedaling 1,500 Miles to Promote CST, The Visceral Manipulation Report, Beyond the Dura ’03, Upledger Foundation Update, Lymph Drainage Therapy for Stroke Patients, Mechanical Link Pre-and Post-Surgery. Available online at http://www.upledger.com/newsletters/UPDFL02-A.PDF and http://www.upledger.com/newsletters/UPDFL02-B.PDF
September 1st, 2002
Special Report: No-Touch Zone: The Banning of Affection in Public Schools
Moryt MiloCurriculums:
While many school districts throughout the United States have struggled with “appropriate touch” issues, The Upledger Foundation Compassionate Touch (CT) program, geared toward preschool children, has provided positive results. Based on Dr. John E. Upledger’s research in a technique called Direction of Energy, the implementation of CT has increased compassion and reduced behavioral problems in children participating in the program.
September 1st, 2002
Life, Stress and Health
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses how stress can manifest itself within our bodies and we often might not be aware of it. Dr. Upledger offers insight into the medical and physiological aspects of stress and makes several suggestions for stress reduction.
August 4th, 2002
Back in Balance
Laura HolmesCurriculums:
CranioSacral Therapy, developed by John E. Upledger, DO, OMM, is a mainstay in the massage therapy practice of Gina Genest, an Upledger trained CranioSacral therapist. Genest clients include those suffering from stress, cerebral palsy, trauma and abuse.
August 1st, 2002
TMJ: Primary Problem, or Tip of the Iceberg?
John E. Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses how a diagnosis of temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome is often secondary to another problem somewhere in the body. While TMJ is often treated to relieve symptoms, Dr. Upledger discusses the importance of source problems in several categories including craniosacral system dysfunction, stress and dental problems.
July 27th, 2002
Learning Ocean Therapy
Coldwater Daily ReporterCurriculums: Integrative Intensions,
Lauri Rowe, massage therapist and craniosacral therapist, briefly discusses her experiences while participating in The Upledger Institute BioAquatic Exploration program.
July 1st, 2002
Am I Working, or Is This Just Paradise
David Dolan, LMTCurriculums: Integrative Intensions,
David Dolan, a BioAquatic Exploration Ocean Therapy instructor for The Upledger Institute, describes his personal experiences while floating in the warm waters of Bahamas and being treated with CranioSacral Therapy (CST). CST, developed by Dr. John E. Upledger, is the mainstay of the BioAquatic Exploration curriculum and various courses are offered for the layperson to the advanced CranioSacral therapists.
July 1st, 2002
The Big Picture on Milk Intolerance
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses intolerance to milk and other dairy products and some potential solutions.
July 1st, 2002
UpClose Newsletter July2002
The Upledger InstituteCurriculums: Upledger's CranioSacral TestimonialCategory / SomatoEmotional Release, Barral's Visceral Manipulation / Neural Manipulation / New Manual Articular Approach / Manual Approach to the Brain,
Articles and topics include: Effects of Cleft Palate Diminish with CranioSacral Therapy, Intention and Touch and the Case of Sister Anne and April Events Raise Awareness and Funds for Upledger Foundation. Available online at: http://upledger.com/newsletters/UPCJUL02.pdf