Research, Articles & Case Studies
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April 8th, 1996
An Interview with Bruno Chikly, MD
Sharon Weiselfish, PhD, PTCurriculums:
In this interview with Dr. Bruno Chikly, a French physician, he describes the type of Lymph drainage therapy (LDT) that he developed; combining the anatomy and physiology of typical training with deep listening skills. This enables the practitioner to work more effectively and efficiently on the tissue and with less effort. There are many benefits of LDT such as stimulating the immune system, relief from many chronic conditions, and can be helpful to reduce stress and insomnia. LDT complements many other manual techniques.
March 30th, 1996
An Exclusive Interview with Judith Aston
Kris CentenoCurriculums:
In this interview with Aston-Patterning (AP)developer, Judith Aston, she describes how she came to develop her work through her background in teaching dance and her affiliation with Dr. Ida Rolf. She describes how AP is complementary to not just Rolfing, but other types of bodywork. There are many aspects to Judith Aston's work and fitness is one of them. She believes that HOW we exercise - focusing on exercises that address your body's uniqueness is the key.
March 4th, 1996
Movement by Pattern
Claudia StahlCurriculums:
Aston Patterning (AP), a unique educational system developed by Judith Aston, is described. Judith believes that the body and mind are asymetrical and nonlinear, and so Aston Patterning appoaches the body and it's patterns of movement in this way. Overall, Aston Patterning and Aston Movement techniques is about teaching the body's segments to complement and work with each other.
February 12th, 1996
The Dural Connection
Warren Hammer, MS, DC, DABCOCurriculums:
A recent article in 'Spine' represents a major breakthrough for both the chiropractic and osteopathic professions. The article shows a direct attachment between a muscle and the central nervous system (dura mater). This information in 'Spine' applies to upper cervical adjustments, sacro-occipital technique, craniosacral therapy, trigger point therapy, fascial release and deep massage, to mention a few.
February 1st, 1996
Hands-On Healing; Which of These Methods Is Right For You?
Thomas ClaireCurriculums:
This article gives a brief description of several types of Hands-On Healing including; Swedish massage, rolfing, myofascial release, Alexander Technique, CranioSacral Therapy, and shiatsu. The article states that CranioSacral works mailing on the head and is known to help alleviate TMJ pain and migraines.
January 22nd, 1996
An Interview with Aminah Raheem, PhD
Judy M. Rosinski, PTCurriculums: Process Acupressure,
Dr. Aminah Raheem, a transpersonal psychologist for more than 20 years, describes the technique she developed called Process Accupressure (PA). PA blends the concepts of unblocking the energy meridians using fulcrums in the body and concepts of phychological processing. Dr. Raheem describes how PA work is easily incorportated with CranioSacral work and can help those in the physical therapy profession gain more confidence when a client's emotional issues arise.
December 13th, 1995
New Therapy Questions Traditional Medical Concepts
Jane RoodenburgCurriculums:
Jane Roodenburg, a CMT in Alaska describes CranioSacral Therapy (CST) and how this gentle form of bodywork; that addresses problems such as headaches, TMJD, autism, chronic pain, and cerebral palsy; questions the commonly accepted belief that the skull bones are fused together after a certain age.
December 11th, 1995
Mind and Body Uniquely Connected in Holoenergetics
Claudia StahlCurriculums:
Dr. Laskow, and OBGYN doctor in the San Francisco Bay area, developed a technique he calls Holoenergetics. He believes that people's illnesses begin when they attempt to suppress or repress aspects of themselves that they find uncomfortable, which he calls holoforms. Using techniques involving recognition, resonance, and release and reformation of the holoforms, clients can resolve their pain and disease. He also describes a series of experiments where he determined that "What you can love, you can heal."
December 1st, 1995
Aston-Patterning for Chronic and Acute Pain
Marcia Michael, RNCurriculums:
Aston-Patterning Techniques, which includes analyzing the body's movement and training the client in utilizing different gaits, sitting position, and different reaching and bending movements, are briefly explained. The nurse practitioner uses this technique almost exclusively and found it to be very effective for conditions stemming from myofascial pain, chronic headaches, TMJ dysfunction, and post-surgical pain.
December 1st, 1995
Clark's Comeback a Succss
Dave ShermanCurriculums:
Olympic diver, Mary Ellen Clark is reported to be back on the board and hopefully on her way to the 1996 Summer games in Atlanta thanks to the CranioSacral Therapy she received at the Upledger Institute that "took away all her symptoms" of vertigo.