Research, Articles & Case Studies — Page 180
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Changes in Magnitude of Relative Elongation of Falx Cerebri During the Application of External Forces on the Frontal Bone of an Embalmed Cadaver
Dimitrios Kostopoulos, MA, RPT and George Keramidas, MS (Special to Forum)Curriculums:
This article offers validation to the scientific basis of CranioSacral Therapy. The outcome of the research and measurements of the relative elongation of the falx cerebri with external forces on the frontal bone of an embalmed cadaver present evidence in opposition to the belief that cranial sutures are solidly fused and immobile in adulthood
Toward An Understanding of Craniosacral Therapy
Steve Heinrich, PTCurriculums:
This article offers an example of a patient that, through CranioSacral Therapy, experienced significant almost immediate relief of pain and problems with memory and concentration years after a motor vehicle accident. The author also discusses the controversy concerning the efficacy of the work and the hope that with more research and scientific validation will come understanding and more utilization of CranioSacral Therapy.
Bodymind and Soul II: Craniosacral Therapy and Myofascial Release
UnknownCurriculums:
This article reviews 4 books; 3 authored by Dr. John Upledger and 1 by John Barnes, and relate them to a development of a new language and a new view of man started with the work of Freud. The article expounds on CranioSacral Therapy and Myofascial release and how it relates to what Freud can to call repression. The author concludes that the books of Dr. Upledger and John Barnes are a very worthwhile read, and that these “four books, of the greatest clinical, intellectual and humanistic value, are the most recent work of men whose minds might change the world.”
The Role of PT in Craniofacial Pain Disorders: An Adjunct to Dental Pain Management
Steve Heinrich, PTCurriculums:
This article reviews the role of myofascial and craniosacral dysfunction, as well as the function of posture, tension, and stress in the development of syndromes such as dental pain.
Ross McNamara's Story
Douglas McNamaraCurriculums:
This article relates the story of Ross McNamara and his family’s journey as they search for relief for Ross’s neurological problems and discover the Upledger Institute’s Brain & Spinal Cord Program. The article begins with a letter to Ross’s Pediatric Neurologist requesting him to be open minded as they present Ross’s story in hopes that he will discover the amazing results that CranioSacral Therapy had on Ross’s condition. It also includes explanation of the fundraisers and all that the family went through to collect the necessary funds for the trip to Florida and their time at the Brain & Spinal Cord Center.
Court Case Synopsis on TMJ Dysfunction
Law offices of Andrew QuiatCurriculums:
A synoposis of the court case on the use of CranioSacral Therapy for treatment of TMJ Dysfunction is given.
BODY WATCH: The Importance of Dialogue and Myofascial Unwinding in Creating a Safe Place to Heal
Steve Heinrich, PTCurriculums:
<p>In this article the author explains how Myofascial Unwinding or SomatoEmotional Release(SER)can be used in physical therapy practice to create a safe place for effective healing. He explains how in giving answers to clients will not work, whereas self generated ones often will. Realizing that therapists often shy away from using techniques such as SER out of fear, he makes a call for courage and strong determination to make wellness the goal in the physical therapy profession.</p>
Kidney Mobilization and Ultrasound Documentation
Jacques-Marie MichalletCurriculums: Barral's Visceral Manipulation / Neural Manipulation / New Manual Articular Approach / Manual Approach to the Brain,
Jacques-Marie Michallet presents a study of 25 cases examining changes in renal mobility following kidney mobilization. Kidney movement during inhalation and exhalation was measured by ultrasound before treatment, immediately after treatment, and—when possible—two to six months later. The appendix describes the experimental protocol, mobilization technique, individual cases, ultrasound findings, and reported clinical outcomes. It explores associations between restricted kidney mobility and conditions such as renal ptosis, cystitis, renal colic, thoracolumbar pain, sciatica, and knee pain. This historical study reported measurable increases in renal mobility following manipulation, including gains that persisted or increased at follow-up.
Originally completed in 1986 as a thesis for the Diploma in Osteopathy at the European School of Osteopathy in Maidstone, Kent, United Kingdom.
Source note: Appendix from the original 1989 English edition of Jean-Pierre Barral’s Visceral Manipulation II, published by Eastland Press, ISBN 0-939616-09-2 / 978-0-939616-09-1. Reprinted with permission from Eastland Press.
Manual Therapy: Rediscovering an Ancient Healing Art
Barbara CohnCurriculums:
This article explains the roots of manual therapy, gives a general description of the myriad types of manual therapy including CranioSacral Therapy.
Energy Cyst
Dr. John UpledgerCurriculums:
In Dr. Upledger's article he explains the concept of what he calls Energy Cysts. He also discusses how to utilize this concept in Whole Body Diagnosis and how techniques releasing the energy cysts from the body can be used in a clinical practice.