Research, Articles & Case Studies
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October 1st, 2004
Pediatric Physical Therapists Aim for Optimum Function
Kristen Demura, DPTCurriculums:
This follow-up article provides a look into the physical therapy that the conjoined twins have received since their separation surgery in October 2003.
October 1st, 2004
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy
Barbara J. Korosec, RN, MS, LLCCCurriculums:
This article discusses how incorporating complementary therapies into standard healthcare practices can assist in escalating the healing process, enhancing general wellness, focusing on prevention and promoting a better quality of life. Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy is highlighted as well as a brief overview of the lymphatic system is provided.
October 1st, 2004
A Conversation with Suzanne Scurlock-Durana, CMT, CST-D, Developer of Healing from the Core
The Upledger InstituteCurriculums: Healing From the Core,
This interview offers insight into the Healing from the Core curriculum, the developer and how the therapy was created.
September 1st, 2004
The Upledger Institute Celebrates 20th Anniversary
UnknownCurriculums: Healing From the Core, Mechanical Link,
Articles and topics include: Two-Week Intensive Releases 14 Years of Back Pain, An Obscure Side Effect of Extreme Weight, The Upledger Institute Celebrates 20th Anniversary. Available online at: http://upledger.com/newsletters/UPDFL04.pdf
September 1st, 2004
Letters: The Key to Healing Mysteries
Beverly GrayCurriculums:
In the Letters to the Editor section, an Upledger trained practitioner notes the importance of understanding the body at a cellular level and how Lymph Drainage Therapy has allowed her to find a unique perspective into the body, inner wisdom and intention.
September 1st, 2004
Direction of Energy
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking, Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy (CST), discusses how a technique called Direction of Energy can have positive impacts on virtually anywhere on the body. He discusses work with mothers and their children and teaching this technique to elementary school children to increase their sense of accomplishment and self-esteem. Dr. Upledger offers a personal story on how this technique helped him when he had an eye injury.
September 1st, 2004
Upledger UpDate
The Upledger InstituteCurriculums: Healing From the Core,
Articles and topics include: Upledger Foundation Taps Conventional and Complementary Healthcare Experts for Beyond the Dura Research Conference, The Visceral Manipulation Report, Redesigned Mechanical Link Curriculum Offers Immediate Benefits, CranioSacral Therapy Aids Learning on a Native American Reservation, Technique UpDate: Cranial Pumping, A Conversation with Suzanne Scurlock-Durana. Available online at: http://upledger.com/newsletters/UPDFL04.pdf
August 1st, 2004
A Look Inside the Craniosacral System and How CST Helps
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking, Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy (CST), discusses the CranioSacral system, cerebrospinal fluid and the role of CranioSacral Therapy in relation to impaired mobility and impaired accommodative abilities.
July 20th, 2004
Bone of Contention
Deborah SimonsCurriculums:
For two and a half years, parents of a young child tried to determine what was causing their son to complain that his throat hurt. Despite all the doctors visits to help him, his condition never improved. He was then diagnosed with enlarged lymph nodes and fluid buildup from a complementary medicine doctor. They were then referred to a physical therapist for Lymph Drainage Therapy and two weeks after his sixth treatment, the child was pain free.
July 16th, 2004
CranioSacral Therapy Produces Relief and Reproach
Christine LaueCurriculums:
This article describes how CranioSacral Therapy (CST), developed by Dr. John E. Upledger, provided relief for a client with ringing in his ears and dizziness and another client with multiple sclerosis. Often used as a complement to physical therapy, CST also assists with providing clients greater flexibility, better posture and stress management.