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August 1st, 2007
Part 2: The Long Unwinding Road
Lisa Upledger, D.C., CST-DCurriculums:
In this second part of a 3-part series, Dr. Upledger describes the origins and development of CranioSacral Therapy and how this technique can be incorporated into a massage practice.
July 1st, 2007
Autism Spectrum Disorder: How CranioSacral Therapy Can Help
Tad Wanveer, LMT, CST-DCurriculums:
Dr. John Upledger has asked Tad Wanveer to share his insights in this month’s ‘CranioSacrally Speaking’ column. Wanveer discusses how CranioSacral Therapy has been shown to help the autistic individual find greater ease, both within themselves and in the world around them, by decreasing structural stress and strain on their central nervous system.
June 29th, 2007
Morphology, quality, and composition in mature human peritoneal adhesions
Marcel Binnebösel & Uwe Klinge & Rafael Rosch & Karsten Junge & Petra Lynen-Jansen & Volker SchumpelickCurriculums:
Abstract Background and aim Peritoneal adhesions are caused by intra-abdominal surgery and can lead to relevant complications. Adhesions are supposed to consist of avascular scar tissue. The aim of the present study was to analyze whether mature postsurgical adhesions even after years still reveal a dynamic remodeling process. Materials and methods In a prospective analysis, we investigated tissue specimen of peritoneal adhesions in 40 patients after abdominal surgery. Expression of five parameters representing wound healing and remodeling were examined (MMP-2, Ki-67, apoptosis, collagen/protein ratio, and collagen type I/III ratio). Results Gender, age, and the number of previous operations had no impact on the parameters measured. Adhesion specimens were cell rich, containing mononuclear round cells, fibroblasts, adipose cells, and vascular endothelial cells. There was a positive expression of MMP-2 and apoptosis, whereas Ki-67 was marginal irrespective of adhesion maturity or quality. Adhesions classified as dense showed a significant increase in total collagen (118.2± 4.9 μg/mg) and collagen type I/III ratios (3.9±0.2), whereas there were no significant differences regarding the adhesion maturity. Conclusion The distinct composition of cellular components as well as of extracellular matrix proteins may reflect an interactive cross-talk between adhesion- and stromaderived cells even in mature adhesions. Our findings support the hypothesis that the disabilities of appropriate repair of the peritoneal surface leading to persistent adhesions are a consequence of a permanent process of disturbed remodeling.
June 4th, 2007
The Force of Gentle Therapy
Richard Fowler, PTCurriculums:
The article focuses on how to abandon the “no pain-no-gain” philosophy which can often unnecessarily hurt patients. At Fowler’s clinic, Gentle Pain Release Center, CranioSacral Therapy is used as their primary treatment modality. Listed in the article are several approaches to determine what degree of aggressiveness or gentleness is best for any given patient.
June 1st, 2007
CranioSacral Therapy for Children With Sensory Integration Dysfunction
Rebecca Flowers, OTR/L, BCP, CST-DCurriculums:
The article defines sensory integration therapy and how, combined with CranioSacral Therapy, can ‘facilitate and further the changes that result from treatment’.
June 1st, 2007
The Upledger Institute and Clinic: Powerful Skills From our Hands to Yours
UnknownCurriculums:
The article acknowledges New Developments’ Newsletter is made possible by a grant from the Upledger Institute and Clinic. The article talks about the services provided by The Upledger Institute and The Upledger Clinic.
June 1st, 2007
Upledger Dolphin Assisted Therapy Program
UnknownCurriculums: Integrative Intensions,
The article talks about Suzanne Bovenizer’s (certified CranioSacral Therapist) recent trip to the Bahamas, and her experience with the dolphins. For copies visit www.SpiritsEvolving.com.
June 1st, 2007
Strong Enough for Parents, Gentle Enough for Their Kids
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking, Dr. Upledger discusses how the gentle nature of CranioSacral Therapy has been shown to be highly effective with children of all ages.
May 26th, 2007
Stepping Up to Fight Migraines
Anne RogersCurriculums:
The author writes about the many years she has been plagued with migraines. She talks about all the remedies she has tried, some successful, and some not. She also lists and discusses 20 ways to treat migraines. Listed among this list is CranioSacral Therapy, and names the Upledger Institute as offering this therapy.
May 1st, 2007
A Touching Experience in Ireland
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking, Dr. Upledger shares a touching story from a CranioSacral Therapist (Geraldine Nolan) in Dublin, and how CranioSacral Therapy affected a group of country travelers.