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June 1st, 2002
Mighty Joe Defies the Odds
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses the case of Joseph Polk, an infant suffering from arthrogryposis, an extreme case of congenital joint contractures. Doctors told Joe’s parents that he would require multiple surgeries and would be severely handicapped. However, Joe’s parents refused to accept this diagnosis and discovered CranioSacral Therapy (CST).
May 4th, 2002
Give and Take: The Soft Touch of CranioSacral Therapy
Janet CookCurriculums:
This article discusses CranioSacral Therapy, developed by Dr. John E. Upledger, from the perspective and application of massage therapist Wendy Hildreth. Hildreth trained with The Upledger Institute and gives her account of the efficacy of CranioSacral Therapy.
May 1st, 2002
Visceral Manipulation Enhances Structural Integration
Jeffrey BurchCurriculums:
The article discusses how structural integration and Visceral Manipulation, developed by French osteopath Jean-Pierre Barral, enhance each other and can have lasting and profound effects on the body. Burch offers two diagrams and examples regarding how the visceral support system affects structure in the abdomen and the thorax.
May 1st, 2002
Body Links: Extolling the Benefits of Therapeutic Massage
Pauline MygrantsCurriculums:
Spotlights a therapist’s use of CranioSacral Therapy and SomatoEmotional Release to treat patients for a wide range of conditions. Both modalities were developed by Dr. John E. Upledger.
May 1st, 2002
Intention and Touch
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses the importance of the therapist’s attitude and intention and how they affect the outcome of the therapeutic approach. He references Sister Anne Brooks and how intention brought relief after many years of chronic pain.
March 31st, 2002
The Consciousness of Organ Transplants
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, discusses his belief that every organ and tissue in humans, animals or plants is imbued with capabilities that go far beyond the known physiological functions they perform. Dr. Upledger notes that his experiences strongly support the concept that organs, tissues and cells each have an individual consciousness that affords them the qualities of intelligence, memory, emotion, ambition and the like.
March 30th, 2002
UpClose Newsletter April 2002
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: Trauma Relief Program Helps New Yorker Turn Corner in Healing Process, Nothing is Impossible—Try and Golf Tournament Honors Foundation Patron. Available online at: http://upledger.com/newsletters/UPCAPR02.pdf
March 24th, 2002
Lymphedema
David RobledoCurriculums:
Lymphedema, swelling of the body caused by an accumulation of lymphatic fluid, is often a result from having breast surgery. This article warns of the potential dangers of this condition and discusses The Upledger Institute Lymph Drainage Therapy, developed by Dr. Bruno Chikly, as a helpful treatment.
March 1st, 2002
Infections Associated with Lymphedema
Bruno Chikly, MD, DO (hon.)Curriculums:
Dr. Chikly, the developer of Lymph Drainage Therapy, discusses the complications of lymphedema relating to infection/cellulitis. This article provides terminology, description, rate of infection, prevention of secondary infection and treatment.
March 1st, 2002
Manual Lymphatic Mapping
Bruno Chikly, MD, DO (hon.)Curriculums:
For cases of lymphedema, Manual Lymphatic Mapping (MLM) can be used to assess the patient’s lymph pathways at any time, and define a specific treatment protocol. MLM is taught as part of The Upledger Institute Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT) curriculum. LDT is a modality developed by Dr. Bruno Chikly.