Research, Articles & Case Studies
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Raging Water, Raging Fear
Donna Snow Spears, LMT, NCTMBCurriculums: Integrative Intensions,
Upledger trained practitioner Donna Spears discusses her journey in The Upledger Institute’s BioAquatic workshop in the Bahamas. For Donna, this was an event in self-discovery, resolution and ultimately transformation. Available online at: http://www.massagetoday.com/archives/2003/12/06.html
CranioSacral Therapy Alters Brain Functioning: A Clinical Overview
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking, Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy (CST) discusses the work and research of Paul Swingle, PhD, FCPA, RPsych to investigate the effect CranioSacral Therapy has on brain activity. From those results, Dr. Swingle was able to treat a wide range of disorders using CST. Available online at: http://www.massagetoday.com/mpacms/mt/article.php?id=10837
Formerly Conjoined Twins Successfully Separated, Doctors Remain Hopeful
Rebecca RazoCurriculums:
Dr. John E. Upledger, DO, OMM, developer of CranioSacral Therapy, treated formerly conjoined Egyptian twins, Ahmed and Mohamed Ibrahim with CST to help their brains begin to function independently. Dr. Upledger hopes to continue with CST treatments to help the boys clear residual tissue trauma. Available online at: http://www.massagetoday.com/archives/2003/12/02.html
IAHE Connection Newsletter Winter 2003
The International Alliance of Healthcare EducatorsCurriculums: Upledger's CranioSacral TestimonialCategory / SomatoEmotional Release,
Articles and topics include: Beyond the Dura Blends Sun, Soul and Science at a Seaside Resort, The Visceral Manipulation Report-Addressing Mechanical and Emotional Problems, New Workshop-BioAquatics Exploration: Shared Connections, CranioSacral Therapy Alters Brain Functioning to Aid a Wide Range of Disorders, Mechanical Link Introduces Two New Skill-Review Workshops.
The Sound of Silence
Julian Cowan HillCurriculums:
After receiving help for his tinnitus through CranioSacral Therapy he decided to become a therapist and create a study of how CST can help patience experiencing this challenging condition.
Non-Invasive, Gentle Treatment for Colicky, Fussy Babies
Ronald Murray, PT, ND and Martha Bramhall, MSWCurriculums:
This brief article outlines the treatments used for infants with colic. The authors note that CranioSacral Therapy provides “significant change in a relatively short period.”
CranioSacral Therapy and Scientific Research, Part II
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking, Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, presents his second installment regarding the scientific research used to develop CranioSacral Therapy.
UpClose, News from The Upledger Institute HealthPlex Clinical Services November 2003
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: Focus Shifts from Limitations to Possibilities for Pain Patient, Meet Nancy Westphal, LMT, CST-D. Available online at: http://upledger.com/newsletters/UPCNOV03.pdf
A review of the physiology of cranial osteopathy
DO, MSc Andrew FergusonCurriculums: Healing From the Core,
The models generally used to explain the practice of cranial osteopathy have not been supported by reliable research. This article reviews and explores the relevant physiology and finds much to advance knowledge in this field.
What is CranioSacral Therapy?
Ray Mercurio, LMTCurriculums:
General overview article about CranioSacral Therapy and the types of problems it helps including migraine headaches.