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Glymphatic system disruption as a mediator of brain trauma and chronic traumatic encephalopathy
Molly J. Sullan, Breton M. Asken , Michael S. Jaffee , Steven T. DeKosky, Russell M. Bauer,Curriculums:
Highlights
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A model of the mediating effect of disrupted sleep on GS functioning and CTE pathology is proposed.
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Sleep disruption affects the ability of the GS to clear metabolic waste.
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Protein waste accumulates in perivascular spaces in CTE, which is one pathway used by the GS.
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Chronic disruption of the GS following brain trauma may increase the risk for developing CTE-like pathology and clinical symptomatology
Abstract
Traumatic brain injury (TBI) is an increasingly important issue among veterans, athletes and the general public. Difficulties with sleep onset and maintenance are among the most commonly reported symptoms following injury, and sleep debt is associated with increased accumulation of beta amyloid (Aβ) and phosphorylated tau (p-tau) in the interstitial space. Recent research into the glymphatic system, a lymphatic-like metabolic clearance mechanism in the central nervous system (CNS) which relies on cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), interstitial fluid (ISF), and astrocytic processes, shows that clearance is potentiated during sleep. This system is damaged in the acute phase following mTBI, in part due to re-localization of aquaporin-4 channels away from astrocytic end feet, resulting in reduced potential for waste removal. Long-term consequences of chronic dysfunction within this system in the context of repetitive brain trauma and insomnia have not been established, but potentially provide one link in the explanatory chain connecting repetitive TBI with later neurodegeneration. Current research has shown p-tau deposition in perivascular spaces and along interstitial pathways in chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE), pathways related to glymphatic flow; these are the main channels by which metabolic waste is cleared. This review addresses possible links between mTBI-related damage to glymphatic functioning and physiological changes found in CTE, and proposes a model for the mediating role of sleep disruption in increasing the risk for developing CTE-related pathology and subsequent clinical symptoms following repetitive brain trauma.
Massage Therapy & Bodywork Applications for Autism
Tami Goldstein, WLMT, CSTCurriculums: Healing From the Core, Zero Balancing,
This article talks about Autism Spectrum Disorder and the benefits of CranioSacral Therapy, Visceral Manipulation and other bodywork provide.
Why Is Self Care Important
Tanya Drayton, LMT, CSTCurriculums: Healing From the Core,
Tanya shares her story. Self care is important, and not only for your own well being. Its importance reaches out into your practice and improves your ability to facilitate your clients and patients to a better state of wholeness. It makes you the best practitioner you can possibly be, each and every day.
Post-concussion story
Mariann Sisco PT, CST-DCurriculums:
Post-concussion story
by Mariann Sisco PT, CST-D
Healing GERD; just as nature designed
Kim FurtadoCurriculums:
This article talks about the natural approach
to heal reflux, GERD or gastroesophageal reflux disease.
Visceral manipulation, a form of gentle bodywork
to help alleviate GERD symptoms with a hiatal hernia.
Exploring clients’ experiences of craniosacral therapy: A qualitative study (2012)
Nicola Brough, Sarah Stewart-Brown, Antje Lindenmeyer, Jill Thistlethwaite, George LewithCurriculums:
Introduction: Current social and political factors are influencing the need for research within the field of Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) and more specifically CraniosacralTherapy (CST).CST is one of a number of‘ body based’ or energy medicine practices which aim to support the body’s natural healing mechanisms. The mindset of practitioners and their beliefs about health, illness and bodily functions are different from those of conventional medical practitioners. It was essential to identify what outcomes and changes are important to clients having CST. There is limited published literature and gaps remain in understanding and knowledge surrounding CST.
Case Series: The Effect of Visceral Manipulation on Diastasis on Recti Abdominis (DRA)
Brandi Kirk, PT, CVTP, PRPC; Teri Elliott‐Burke, PT, MHS, WCS, PRPC, BCB‐PMDCurriculums: Barral's Visceral Manipulation / Neural Manipulation / New Manual Articular Approach / Manual Approach to the Brain,
Case Series: The Effect of Visceral Manipulation on Diastasis Recti Abdominis (DRA)
Visceral Manipultaion Case Study - Sternal Pain
Anna Cawthorne, PT, CVTPCurriculums:
Barral Institute Case Study
Visceral Manipulation Manipulation – Sternal Pain
Anna describes the client's presenting symptoms, initial evaluation, treatment and results.
Visceral Manipulation Case Study – Coccygeal Pain
Anna Cawthorne, PT, CVTPCurriculums:
Barral Institute Case Study
Visceral Manipulation Manipulation – Coccygeal Pain
Anna describes the client's presenting symptoms, initial evaluation, treatment and results.