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Helping to Relieve the Pain of Post-Surgical Breast Cancer with Myofascial/Craniosacral Techniques
Aaron DaltonCurriculums:
Health Practitioners can provide significant pain relief for post-surgical breast cancer patients by using a technique called myofascial release and craniosacral therapy. So said Meryle Richman, PT, MS, CST, owner of two Physical Therapy clinics in New York, speaking at a breast cancer rehabilitation seminar at Beth Israel Medical Center. The techniques consist of a series of hand positions with the therapist applying pressure in opposite directions with each hand - so while one hand applies gentle pressure toward the head, the other applies pressure toward the feet, to release tension and soften the facial tissues.
CranioSacral Therapy: Treatment Feels Like a Week in the Bahamas
Betsy RothsteinCurriculums:
Betsy Rothstein describes her personal response to her first-time experience with CranioSacral Therapy, discussing the deep relaxation and sense of peace she experienced following her first and second treatments by a physical therapist and a licensed massage therapist. “I left…feeling as though I had spent a week in the Bahamas” says Rothstein.
Centering the Session with Intention
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking, Dr. Upledger discusses using the power of intentioned touch to allow the client’s “inner wisdom” to direct treatment.
CST for Breastfeeding Blues
Brandi SchlossbergCurriculums:
This article discusses how CranioSacral Therapy is an effective technique and alternative to breast pumps/formula for mothers that have problems or pain with breastfeeding.
Massage Therapists Take Center Stage at Beyond the Dura 2005
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking, Dr. Upledger discusses the upcoming international research conference hosted by The Upledger Foundation.
Workshop Teaches Natural Health Techniques
UnknownCurriculums:
Article about Laurie Rowe teaching a ShareCare workshop, the introductory seminar that introduces the public to CranioSacral Therapy.
Craniosacral Therapy Prac titioner Expands with Opening of New Office in Shelburne
Barbara YoungCurriculums:
Article about Edie Yovu expanding her practice and offering CranioSacral Therapy, specializing in pediatrics.
Resonating With Dolphins
Terry KalayjianCurriculums: Integrative Intensions,
Terry Kalayjian describes her experience of treating patients by CranioSacral Therapy while actively assisted by dolphins, providing examples of their intuitive healing abilities.
Editor’s Notes: New Frontiers
Julie SinclairCurriculums:
The editor of American Spa Magazine discusses how Dr. Upledger’s book CranioSacral Therapy: Touchstone for Natural Healing provided insight into this gentle modality. She comments as well, that CranioSacral Therapy is becoming increasingly popular in spas worldwide.
An Obscure Side-Effect of Obesity
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking, Dr. Upledger discusses how obesity, sleep apnea and nitric oxide are all intertwined and how the combination can dangerous and even fatal.