Research, Articles & Case Studies
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January 1st, 2007
Gentle Persuasion Releasing Developmental Restrictions With Light Touch Craniosacral Therapy
Rebecca FlowersCurriculums:
The article discusses how the lives of two babies were improved with CranioSacral Therapy. Dr. John E. Upledger, who developed CranioSacral Therapy ‘concedes that the true significance of his life’s work lies in the lives changed simply by helping the body’s natural healing mechanisms do their job’. The article also covers how CranioSacral Therapy was instrumental in preparing 15-month old conjoined twins Ahmed and Mohammed Ibrahim, for separation.
January 1st, 2007
What’s Lymph Drainage Therapy; What Does it Offer?
Jane Shepard, M.Ed., L.L.C.C.Curriculums:
The article focuses on how the lymph system functions and what happens when it is not working well. It describes the Lymph Drainage Therapy process and lists well indicated conditions where Lymph Drainage Therapy can successfully be applied. It talks about the importance of Lymph Drainage Therapy in pathology, with special functionality for edema and lymphedema.
January 1st, 2007
Treatment Preferences for Complementary and Alternative Medicine in Children with Chronic Pain
Jennie C. I. Tsao, Marcia Meldrum, Su C. Kim, Margaret C. Jacob, and Lonnie K. ZeltzerCurriculums:
Abstract: CAM therapies have become increasingly popular in pediatric populations. Yet, little is known about children's preferences for CAM. This study examined treatment preferences in chronic pediatric pain patients offered a choice of CAM therapies for their pain. Participants were 129 children (94 girls) (mean age = 14.5 years ± 2.4; range = 8–18 years) presenting at a multidisciplinary, tertiary clinic specializing in pediatric chronic pain. Bivariate and multivariate analyses were used to examine the relationships between CAM treatment preferences and patient's sociodemographic and clinical characteristics, as well as their self-reported level of functioning. Over 60% of patients elected to try at least one CAM approach for pain. The most popular CAM therapies were biofeedback, yoga and hypnosis; the least popular were art therapy and energy healing, with craniosacral, acupuncture and massage being intermediate. Patients with a diagnosis of fibromyalgia (80%) were the most likely to try CAM versus those with other pain diagnoses. In multivariate analyses, pain duration emerged as a significant predictor of CAM preferences. For mind-based approaches (i.e. hypnosis, biofeedback and art therapy), pain duration and limitations in family activities were both significant predictors. When given a choice of CAM therapies, this sample of children with chronic pain, irrespective of pain diagnosis, preferred non-invasive approaches that enhanced relaxation and increased somatic control. Longer duration of pain and greater impairment in functioning, particularly during family activities increased the likelihood that such patients agreed to engage in CAM treatments, especially those that were categorized as mind-based modalities.
December 8th, 2006
Dr. Christine Anderson, L.A. Chiropractor & Pedatric Expert, to Discuss Children's Holiday Nutrition on KNX Nws Radio, Dec. 9
Irwin ZuckerCurriculums: Barral's Visceral Manipulation / Neural Manipulation / New Manual Articular Approach / Manual Approach to the Brain,
This is an announcement of Dr. Christine Anderson’s, Hollywood Chiropractor and producr of Dr. Christine Anderson’s Prenatal Yoga Dvd, interview on Dec 9th at 6:15 am on KNX News Radio. Dr. Anderson has completed CranioSacral Therapy I and II training from Upledger Institute in 2002. For copies, visit http://www.promotioninmotion.net.
December 1st, 2006
Its a Family Affair
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums: Upledger's CranioSacral TestimonialCategory / SomatoEmotional Release,
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking, Dr. Upledger discusses using CranioSacral Therapy in a child with Erb's palsy, and his mother who had a history of severe spinal problems.
November 30th, 2006
Brain Clinic Opens in Bloomer
Elisabeth WaldonCurriculums:
The article focuses on Penny Grinnell’ s Sheridan, MI clinic where she practices CranioSacral Therapy (CST). Grinnell is a registered nurse working at Carson City Hospital. She talks about the benefits of CST in treating chronic headaches, neck and back pain, stress-related discomfort, and other disorders.
October 31st, 2006
Chronic Pain and CranioSacral Therapy, Part 2
Tad Wanveer, LMT, CST-DCurriculums:
Dr. John Upledger has asked Tad Wanveer to share his insights in this month’s ‘CranioSacrally Speaking’ column. Wanveer discusses how ‘CranioSacral Therapy might enhance the body’s ability to naturally correct the imbalance and dysfunction that might be contributing to painful patterns.’
October 31st, 2006
The New Fountain of Youth – Facelift Massage
Kamala ThiagarajanCurriculums:
The article lists the benefits of a facelift massage. There are five different techniques, including the Upledger Facelift, that are discussed in length. The Upledger Facelift incorporates Lymphatic Drainage Therapy in addition to massage. Developed by Mya Bremen, this facelift adds greater variety to the massage therapist’s repertoire.
October 30th, 2006
Craniosacral Therapy: The Effects of Cranial Manipulation on Intracranial Pressure and Cranial Bone Movement
Patrical A. Downey, PT, PhD, OCS, Timothy Barbano, BDS, MS, DMD, Rupali Kapur-Wadhwa, BDS, MS, DMD, James J. Sciote, DDS, MS, PhD, Michael I. Siegel, PhD, Mark P. Mooney, PhDCurriculums:
This is a research report on CranioSacral Therapy (CST). This report examines in technical detail, the effects of low loads of distractive force applied to frontal bones. There are charts and graphs to support their research report.
October 29th, 2006
Craniosacral Therapy and Professional Responsibility
Timothy W. Flynn, PT, PhD, OCS, FAAOMPT, Joshua A. Cleland, PT, PhD, OCS, FAAOMPT, Phil Schaible, PT, MSCurriculums:
This article examines an article in this issue written by Dr Downey and colleagues. Dr. Downey’s article explores the biological mechanisms of CranioSacral Therapy (CST). The resultss of this article, require the authors to seriously evaluate what role these techniques have in the management of patients with musculoskeletal conditions.