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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
The Upledger InstituteCurriculums:
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.
March 1st, 2002
The Expanding Role of Cerebrospinal Fluid in Health and Disease
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses the first time he witnessed the rhythmical activity of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) and how that influenced his incredible journey to developing CranioSacral Therapy and effectively treating patients.
March 1st, 2002
Massage Gurus
Stephanie StephensCurriculums:
John E. Upledger, DO, OMM, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, is featured as an industry leader whose innovations have forever changed the field of massage. Dr. Upledger explains how he developed CranioSacral Therapy and why he believes in the importance of aiding the body’s own self-healing mechanisms.
March 1st, 2002
Expert Advice
Charlotte Michael Versagi, LMTCurriculums:
In the Expert Advice column of Massage Magazine, Upledger trained practitioners discuss what CranioSacral Therapy is, how does it works and the important role the body plays in health.