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Katie's 14-year Battle for Hope
Michelle HatfieldCurriculums: Upledger's CranioSacral TestimonialCategory / SomatoEmotional Release,
This article describes the battle a young child has faced since being confined to a wheelchair and unable to communicate because of severe head trauma from a head-on collision. CranioSacral Therapy, developed by Dr. John E. Upledger, plays an integral part in her therapeutic course of treatments and has directly resulted in improvements to her vision. In fact, her mother was so inspired by the results that CranioSacral Therapy produced, she has become a CranioSacral Therapist herself.
Press Gang
Rebecca CaldwellCurriculums:
This article provides a brief overview of the various types of therapy available including: Swedish massage, Shiatsu massage, Thai massage, Rolfing, CranioSacral Therapy and Reflexology. CranioSacral Therapy, developed by Dr. John E. Upledger, is described as a therapy that is quickly gaining popularity.
UpClose Newsletter July 2001
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: CST Eases Toddler’s Spastocity After Near Drowning; Dr Upledger’s column – Healthcare: A State of Self-Defense; UI Foundation Fundraiser an Off-The-Scale Success. Issue available online at: http://upledger.com/newsletters/UPCJUL01.pdf
Health Care as a State of Self-Defense
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, shares the story of how a woman involved in a car accident took control of her own medical care by seeking out CranioSacral Therapy and other courses of treatment as an alternative to prescriptions and MRIs.
Going with the Flow through CranioSacral Therapy
Jonn SalovaaraCurriculums:
The article provides general information about craniosacral therapy. It also includes the author’s first hand experience with a CST session and the positive effects it had on his day.
Lymph Drainage Therapy: An Effective Complement to Breast Care
Bruno Chikly, MDCurriculums:
Dr. Chikly, the developer of Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT), discusses how the appropriate and practical manual technique of LDT can be used by trained therapists for specific conditions and indications relating to breast care. The article presents such items as: An Overview of the Lymphatic System, the Applications and Contraindications of LDT, How to Achieve Optimal Results with LDT in addition to photographs and an extensive reference list.
Lymph Drainage Therapy and Its Integration in a Massage Therapy Practice
Bruno Chikly, MDCurriculums:
This article by Dr. Bruno Chikly, the developer of Lymph Drainage Therapy, includes a historical overview of Lymph Drainage Therapy (LDT), Manual Lymphatic Mapping (MLM), indications for LDT and how to integrate LDT with other modalities.
When the Immune System Attacks, Ask Why
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses the individual consciousness of tissues, cells and DNA molecules. Dr. Upledger shares his experience about treating a woman diagnosed with autoimmune disease of the liver by dialoguing with her organs and tissues.
UpDate Newsletter Summer 2001
The Upledger Institute HealthPlex Clinical ServicesCurriculums: 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: Therapists Enjoy A Mind Odyssey at Beyond the Dura 2001, The Visceral Manipulation Report, The Upledger Institute Introduces Advanced Lymph Drainage Therapy, When the Immune System Attacks Ask Why, Lessons from the Sessions and Beyond the Dura ’01: Spirited Presentations & Practical Information. Issue available online at: http://upledger.com/newsletters/UPDSM01.PDF
IAHE Connection Newsletter Summer 2002
The International Alliance of Healthcare EducatorsCurriculums: Upledger's CranioSacral TestimonialCategory / SomatoEmotional Release,
Articles and topics include: Gov. Jeb Bush and Florida Legislators Recognize CranioSacral Therapy Awareness Month, Upledger Foundation Launches Summer BioAquatic Season, The Visceral Manipulation Report, Fundraising Tribute to CranioSacral Therapy Developer Nets $30,000 for Nonprofit Foundation, Heart Centered Therapy: Assume Only Love, The Feldenkrais Method and The UI HealthPlex Corner.