Research, Articles & Case Studies
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February 1st, 2007
Scoliosis and CranioSacral Therapy
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 helps to unravel the mystery of the unknown origin of scoliosis.
January 17th, 2007
Physiological effects of a CV4 cranial osteopathic technique on autonomic nervous system function: A preliminary investigation
Kate Milnes, Robert W. MoranCurriculums:
The aim of this pilot study was to investigate the physiological effects resulting from the administration of a single cranial technique (CV4) compared with simple touch. Heart rate variability, respiration rate, galvanic skin resistance and skin temperature were measured, but there were minimal physiological changes observed. One of the limitations of the study is that the technique was performed on healthy asymptomatic individuals.
January 8th, 2007
What I Do: Physical and Craniosacral Therapist
Amanda KramerCurriculums:
A Wisconsin therapist describes her experiences with CranioSacral Therapy. She was a physical therapist searching for other types of therapies that focused on the central nervous system. With CranioSacral Therapy, children had an increased calm, and improved attention and the ability for the kids to engage in school activities.
January 1st, 2007
The Effectiveness of Craniosacral Therapy
Brian Isbell; Sue CarrollCurriculums:
Using a modified MYMOP (Measure Yourself Medical Outcome Profile) as a measurement, this study shows positive results after craniosacral therapy treatment.
January 1st, 2007
A History of Manipulative Therapy
Erland Pettman, PT, MCSP, MCPA, FCAMT, COMTCurriculums:
Manipulative therapy has known a parallel development throughout many parts of the world. The earliest historical reference to the practice of manipulative therapy in Europe dates back to 400 BCE. Over the centuries, manipulative interventions have fallen in and out of favor with the medical profession. Manipulative therapy also was initially the mainstay of the two leading alternative health care systems, osteopathy and chiropractic.
January 1st, 2007
Multipractitioner Upledger CranioSacral Therapy: Descriptive Outcome Study 2007–2008
Rachel E. Harrison, MBChB, MRCGP, MFHom, CST and John S. Page, CST-D, MCSSCurriculums:
This study describes patients presenting for CranioSacral treatment, the conditions they present with, and the impact of treatment on both their symptoms and lives.
January 1st, 2007
THE IMPACT OF ACUPUNCTURE AND CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY INTERVENTIONS ON CLINICAL OUTCOMES IN ADULTS WITH ASTHMA
Lewis Mehl-Madrona, MD, PhD, Benjamin Kligler, MD, MPH, Shoshana Silverman, MSW, Holly Lynton, BS, Woodson Merrell, MDCurriculums: Process Acupressure,
This study sought to test for such synergy and to determine if complementary therapies would improve pulmonary function and quality of life for people suffering from asthma, as well as reducing anxiety, depression, and medication usage. Although synergy was not a result, it was concluded that acupuncture and/or craniosacral therapy are potentiallyuseful adjuncts to the conventional care of adults with asthma.
January 1st, 2007
The Gift of Therapeutic Presence
Suzanne Scurlock-DuranaCurriculums: Healing From the Core,
Dr. John Upledger has asked Suzanne Scurlock-Durana to share her insights in this month’s ‘CranioSacrally Speaking’ column. The article discusses the importance of strengthening your therapeutic presence. Scurlock-Durana lists guidelines for before the session, during the session and after the session.
January 1st, 2007
Gentle Persuasion Releasing Developmental Restrictions With Light Touch Craniosacral Therapy
Rebecca FlowersCurriculums:
The article discusses how the lives of two babies were improved with CranioSacral Therapy. Dr. John E. Upledger, who developed CranioSacral Therapy ‘concedes that the true significance of his life’s work lies in the lives changed simply by helping the body’s natural healing mechanisms do their job’. The article also covers how CranioSacral Therapy was instrumental in preparing 15-month old conjoined twins Ahmed and Mohammed Ibrahim, for separation.
January 1st, 2007
What’s Lymph Drainage Therapy; What Does it Offer?
Jane Shepard, M.Ed., L.L.C.C.Curriculums:
The article focuses on how the lymph system functions and what happens when it is not working well. It describes the Lymph Drainage Therapy process and lists well indicated conditions where Lymph Drainage Therapy can successfully be applied. It talks about the importance of Lymph Drainage Therapy in pathology, with special functionality for edema and lymphedema.