Research, Articles & Case Studies
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March 31st, 2003
A Daughter's Wild Ride
Constance HaleCurriculums: Upledger's CranioSacral TestimonialCategory / SomatoEmotional Release, Barral's Visceral Manipulation / Neural Manipulation / New Manual Articular Approach / Manual Approach to the Brain,
The writer describes how while riding a horse she suffered a fall and a resulting anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) tear. After following the prescribed treatment of rest and anti-inflammatory medication she felt little relief from the pain. She tried a course of CranioSacral Therapy and SomatoEmotional Release which aided her greatly in not only relief from pain but also in uncovering and resolving feelings related to the accident and her childhood.
March 30th, 2003
Cell Talk
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses dialoguing with organs and immune cells. While treating a teenager, Dr. Upledger was able to detect a virus and disorganized energy. He used dialoguing with her immune cells and thymus to assist in breaking down the viruses residing in her body. The girl experienced significant relief as a result of being treated by Dr. Upledger.
March 1st, 2003
IAHE Connection Newsletter Spring 2004
The International Alliance of Healthcare EducatorsCurriculums: Upledger's CranioSacral TestimonialCategory / SomatoEmotional Release,
Articles and topics include: Upledger Institute Introduces CranioSacral Therapy at Russian Conference, The Visceral Manipulation Report, Multidisciplinary Approaches Conference to Examine Low Back and Pelvic Pain Management, Mechanical Link as a Global Therapeutic Protocol, Qigong T’Chings Workshop: A Pathway to Self-Healthcare. Available online at http://upledger.com/newsletters/CONSP04.pdf
March 1st, 2003
The Practical Pitfalls of Research
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses how he has come to the conclusion that in health care, it’s the outcome that counts more than the research protocols. Dr. Upledger provides insights into several lessons he has learned through working with autistic children and using Kirlian photography and Keithley electrometers. He further states his belief that often the observer can change results through their intention and/or energy.
March 1st, 2003
Book Review: Silent Waves: Theory and Practice of Lymph Drainage Therapy
Michael McGillicuddyCurriculums:
The author gives Dr. Bruno Chikly’s book 'Silent Waves' “three thumbs up” in the Book Review section of the Florida State Massage Therapy Association (FSMTA) newsletter. Dr. Chikly, the developer of Lymph Drainage Therapy, released this breakthrough text that McGillicuddy describes as “written with simplicity yet very thorough.” To order a copy of Silent Waves, contact The Upledger Institute at 1-800-233-5880 or visit www.upledger.com.
February 1st, 2003
CranioSacral Therapy and the AIDS Patient
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses how AIDS patients can be made more comfortable and functional by the regular application of CranioSacral Therapy (CST). Dr. Upledger also notes that CST can positively effect the immune response and enhance microcirculation of fluids.
January 15th, 2003
Can Practitioners be Trained to Manually Identify Lymphatic Flow? Evidence from a Case Control Study Assessing Skills in Manual Lymphatic Mapping
Bruno Chikly, MD, DO (hon.)Curriculums:
The developer of Lymph Drainage Therapy, Dr. Bruno Chikly, offers this Case Study to compare the reliability of Manual Lymphatic Mapping (MLM) between an experimental population and a control group. MLM offers refinements to the therapeutic process that are an important tool in the management of pre-and postoperative functional assessment of lymphedema.
January 1st, 2003
Developing Therapeutic Presence
Suzanne Scurlock-DuranaCurriculums: Healing From the Core,
From the developer of Healing from the Core, Ms. Scurlock-Durana presents the importance of developing a therapeutic presence with the client. Go here: http://www.google.com/url?sa=t&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=web&cd=1&ved=0CDAQFjAA&url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.healingfromthecore.com%2Fdocs%2FDeveloping%2520Therapeutic%2520Presence%2520FINAL.doc&ei=gk62ULLVOYbq8wSo84D4BQ&usg=AFQjCNGzrMfebMMDRp7bLn7jqS4txohiDA
January 1st, 2003
The Facilitated Segment
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses the concepts of facilitated segment and how CranioSacral Therapy is particularly helpful in such instances. Available online at http://www.massagetoday.com/archives/2003/01/11.html
January 1st, 2003
How to Stop Pain Naturally
Henry DreherCurriculums:
Focused on treatments for chronic pain, this article presents modalities and mind-body techniques to ease pain. CranioSacral Therapy, developed by Dr. John E. Upledger, is cited as an effective way to calm the central nervous system. The article recommends the Still-Point Inducer, developed by Dr. Upledger as a way to strengthen the CranioSacral system.