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July 1st, 2002
The Big Picture on Milk Intolerance
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses intolerance to milk and other dairy products and some potential solutions.
July 1st, 2002
UpClose Newsletter July2002
The Upledger InstituteCurriculums: Upledger's CranioSacral TestimonialCategory / SomatoEmotional Release, Barral's Visceral Manipulation / Neural Manipulation / New Manual Articular Approach / Manual Approach to the Brain,
Articles and topics include: Effects of Cleft Palate Diminish with CranioSacral Therapy, Intention and Touch and the Case of Sister Anne and April Events Raise Awareness and Funds for Upledger Foundation. Available online at: http://upledger.com/newsletters/UPCJUL02.pdf
July 1st, 2002
In Review: Silent Waves-Theory and Practice of Lymph Drainage Therapy
Charlotte Michael VersagiCurriculums:
Charlotte Michael Versagi’s review of Dr. Bruno Chikly’s definitive text, Silent Waves, includes comments such as ‘The book’s references are a gold mine’, ‘Chikly’s reputation in the research and treatment of lymphedema is inestimable. He does not disappoint.’ To purchase copies of Silent Waves, call 1-800-233-5880 or visit www.upledger.com
June 1st, 2002
CranioSacral Therapy and the Central Nervous System
Sheila Rogers, MSCurriculums:
This is an interview with Dr. John Upledger by the editor Sheila Rogers that provides general information on craniosacral therapy including information on the benefits of CST for pregnant women and newborns.
June 1st, 2002
Mighty Joe Defies the Odds
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses the case of Joseph Polk, an infant suffering from arthrogryposis, an extreme case of congenital joint contractures. Doctors told Joe’s parents that he would require multiple surgeries and would be severely handicapped. However, Joe’s parents refused to accept this diagnosis and discovered CranioSacral Therapy (CST).
May 4th, 2002
Give and Take: The Soft Touch of CranioSacral Therapy
Janet CookCurriculums:
This article discusses CranioSacral Therapy, developed by Dr. John E. Upledger, from the perspective and application of massage therapist Wendy Hildreth. Hildreth trained with The Upledger Institute and gives her account of the efficacy of CranioSacral Therapy.
May 1st, 2002
Visceral Manipulation Enhances Structural Integration
Jeffrey BurchCurriculums:
The article discusses how structural integration and Visceral Manipulation, developed by French osteopath Jean-Pierre Barral, enhance each other and can have lasting and profound effects on the body. Burch offers two diagrams and examples regarding how the visceral support system affects structure in the abdomen and the thorax.
May 1st, 2002
Body Links: Extolling the Benefits of Therapeutic Massage
Pauline MygrantsCurriculums:
Spotlights a therapist’s use of CranioSacral Therapy and SomatoEmotional Release to treat patients for a wide range of conditions. Both modalities were developed by Dr. John E. Upledger.
May 1st, 2002
Intention and Touch
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, the developer of CranioSacral Therapy, discusses the importance of the therapist’s attitude and intention and how they affect the outcome of the therapeutic approach. He references Sister Anne Brooks and how intention brought relief after many years of chronic pain.
March 31st, 2002
The Consciousness of Organ Transplants
John Upledger, DO, OMMCurriculums:
In his column CranioSacrally Speaking Dr. Upledger, discusses his belief that every organ and tissue in humans, animals or plants is imbued with capabilities that go far beyond the known physiological functions they perform. Dr. Upledger notes that his experiences strongly support the concept that organs, tissues and cells each have an individual consciousness that affords them the qualities of intelligence, memory, emotion, ambition and the like.