Research, Articles & Case Studies

CLBP is a pervasive condition significantly impacting individuals’ quality of life and functional capability worldwide. It is estimated that up to 85% of the global adult population is affected by chronic lower back pain, making it the most widespread musculoskeletal disorder

While the etiology of CLBP can be multifaceted and complex, the neurophysiological phenomenon we call CS can be a significant contributor to the persistence and intensification of pain. In CS, the
nervous system undergoes a process of heightened sensitivity to both painful and (normally) non-painful stimuli. 

The study’s analysis of comorbidities provides insights into this. Excluding comorbidities associated with CS, three factors remain: statins use, surgical history, and tobacco or alcohol use. These observations support early referral to physical therapy instead of elective surgery; smoking cessation; and adopting lifelong habits such as exercise and a healthy diet.

This study aimed to evaluate the effectiveness of Systemic Manual Therapy using a HOAC-APD mode to treat trigeminal neuralgia-associated facial pain.

This study demonstrated that TN can be effectively treated by focusing on central
sensitization, which is preserved by the continuous input of several self-reinforcing loops into the LC-NA system.
This study supports the hypothesis that central sensitization can be treated by creating intermittent disruption of these self reinforcing loops.

This article explores the principles and applications of Visceral Manipulation (VM). It introduces the historical roots of VM in osteopathy, highlights its development by Jean-Pierre Barral, and explains how fascial tension in the organs can influence pain, posture, and health. The article outlines VM techniques, clinical benefits, and conditions it may help, including digestive issues, chronic pain, and emotional stress. A case study and safety guidelines are also included, emphasizing the therapy’s holistic and integrative nature.

Visceral Manipulation- Bells Palsy

IBS is a common gastrointestinal disorder that affects a patient for their entire life. Effective treatments for IBS are scarce, leading to an increased interest in alternative treatments such as osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT). OMT uses hands-on treatment to reduce pain through various methods. By focusing on visceral techniques, OMT can restore autonomic homeostasis and increase lymphatic flow. This literature review aims to investigate the efficacy of visceral OMT in reducing the severity of IBS symptoms.

This article explores the effectiveness of CranioSacral Therapy (CST) in treating infantile colic. Conducted as a randomized controlled trial, the study evaluated infants diagnosed with colic, comparing a group that received CST sessions with a control group that received no treatment. The results showed that infants treated with CST experienced a significant reduction in crying hours, improved sleep, and lessened severity of colic symptoms compared to the control group. This study demonstrates the potential of CST as an effective, non-invasive treatment for infant colic, providing relief for both babies and their families.

Visceral Manipulation- Force Impact Profile

Massage Therapy for allergy relief (before and during symptoms) including that Massage Therapy:

• Relaxes the body, reducing stress that can exacerbate the symptoms of allergies

• Relieves neck and shoulder tension, which opens sinuses

• Moves lymph, which reduces irritation and inflammation

• Increases circulation

• Promotes a stronger and healthier immune system

There is such a wide spectrum of signs and symptoms a patient can exhibit from an array of antigens. Learning how the body is a unit, and discovering structure/function, you can facilitate self-correction for a wide variety of conditions.

I can’t resist presenting this new information that came forth in one of The Upledger Institute’s recent “The Brain Speaks” seminars. A practitioner was dialoguing with the “cerebellum” of a fellow classmate when the cerebellum reported it had many crystals within it that had to be kept clean by CSF washing. When these crystals get dirty, cerebellar function deteriorates in terms of motor, balance, memory, hearing association, and many other areas that generally go with old age.

At CST Partners, we have committed ourselves to a holistic healing approach that transcends conventional boundaries, addressing not only the mind, but also the body and spirit.CranioSacral Therapy, a cornerstone of our therapeutic offerings, is more than a physical intervention.

It is a gentle approach that accesses the deeper layers of Trauma, often held within the body, by engaging with the nervous system in a gentle non-invasive way.