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Notes on visceral adhesions as fascial pathology
Science DirectCurriculums:
Summary
Fascia is introduced as an organizing anatomical category for visceral mesothelia. Normal tissue relations are discussed in order to frame the presentation of abnormal visceral adhesions as fascial pathology, 4 types of which are identified. Laboratory dissections of fixed and unembalmed human cadavers provide the basis for insights into these pathologies as regards self-care and therapeutic technique.
Craniosacral Therapy for TMJ and Autism
News Channel 5 - KOCO Oklahoma CityCurriculums:
This is a link to a News Channel 5 KOCO Oklahoma City broadcast regarding the use of CranioSacral Therapy for Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, as well as autism. Professionals discuss the use of CST, and patients explain the benefits they have received from CST.
A randomized controlled trial investigating the effects of craniosacral therapy on pain and heart rate variability in fibromyalgia patients
Adelaida Marı´a Castro-Sa´nchez; Guillermo A Matara´ n-Pen˜ arrocha; Nuria Sa´ nchez-Labraca; Jose´ Manuel Quesada-Rubio; Jose´ Granero-Molina; Carmen Moreno-LorenzoCurriculums:
Ninety-two patients with fibromyalgia were randomly assigned to an intervention group or placebo group. After 20 weeks of treatment, the intervention group showed significant reduction in pain, thus it was determined that craniosacral therapy improved medium-term pain symptoms in patients with fibromyalgia.
The Connections Between Emotional Stress, Trauma and Physical Pain
Susanne Babbel, PhD, MFTCurriculums:
The author states "Since trauma has been found to have a strong correlation to chronic pain, a combination of psychotherapy and physical therapy would be the most logical pain management option for stress and chronic pain relief. Psychotherapy that uses imagery, addresses the nervous system, and facilitates cognitive behavioral therapy is recommended." CranioSacral Therapy was mentioned as one of the recommended treatments as it helps to calm the nervous system.
Soldier finds healing through CranioSacral Therapy
Cheryl RodewigCurriculums:
Fort Benning, GA- It was during his second mobilization that SFC Dale Kessler, a Reserve Soldier with the 198th Infantry Brigade, was injured. After finishing his term as a drill Sargent on Sand Hill, Kessler relocated to the Warrior Transition Battalion. While there, he found an unexpected treatment that worked wonders for his strained back, thanks to a massage therapy demonstration of CranioSacral Therapy at the battalion Feb 22 that changed his life.
The function and structure of the cerebrospinal fluid outflow system
Michael PollayCurriculums:
This review traces the development of our understanding of the anatomy and physiological properties of the two systems responsible for the drainage of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) into the systemic circulation. The roles of the cranial and spinal arachnoid villi and the lymphatic outflow systems are evaluated.
The association between autonomic dysfunction and survival in male patients with advanced cancer: a preliminary report.
Nada Fadul, MD, Florian Strasser, MD, J. Lynn Palmer, PhD, Syed Wamique Yusuf, MD, Ying Guo, MD, Zhijun Li, MS, Julio Allo, MPH, and Eduardo Bruera, MDCurriculums:
Autonomic nervous system dysfunction (AD) is a common syndrome in patients with advanced cancer. It is associated with decreased survival in several patient populations, including diabetes mellitus, heart failure, and neurological diseases. Based on this evidence, we hypothesized that autonomic dysfunction is associated with decreased survival in patients with advanced cancer.
The function and structure of the cerebrospinal fluid outflow system
Michael PollayCurriculums:
This scientific review discusses the anatomy and physiology of the CSF drainage systems, via both the arachnoid granulation structures as well as the lymph system, and how this may relate to various pathologies. Although this is not a research study, per say, it contains ample research information that may be helpful to other researchers.
The use of complementary and alternative medicine by patients attending a UK headache clinic
Thomas D. Lambert, Karen E. Morrison, Julie Edwards, C.E. ClarkeCurriculums: Process Acupressure,
This study looks at the validity of CAM (complementary and alternative medicine) in the treatment of headache patients. Treatment modalities include craniosacral therapy, massage therapy, Reiki, acupressure and osteopathy. The results are favorable.
Cutting Edge: Lymphatic Vessels, Not Blood Vessels, Primarily Mediate Immune Rejections After Transplantation
Tina Dietrich, Felix Bock, Don Yuen, Deniz Hos, Bjorn O. Beachman, Grit Zahn, Stanley Wiegland, Lu Chen and Claus CursiefenCurriculums:
The purpose of this study was to determine the relative importance of blood vessels (hemangiogenesis) versus lymphatic vessels (lymphangiogenesis) in mediatingimmunological responses for transplantation.