Craniosacral Therapy Reflexology Therapy Lymphatic Drainage Therapy

1. Craniosacral TherapyReflexology TherapyLymphatic Drainage Therapy Tyann Kreger Current Issues/Yvette Ingram Fall 2005

2. Craniosacral Therapy Based on the theory that a cranial rhythm exists and is linked with movements in the sacrum through mechanical forces transmitted through the dura of the spinal cord. Remove impediments to the flow of cerebrospinal fluid within the cranium and spinal cord HX: In the early part of this century, osteopathic physician William Sutherland put forth the original concepts for what is now know as the craniosacral system. Dr. Sutherland�s studies culminated in a system of treatment know as Cranial Osteopathy. John Upledger, another osteopath, is credited with developing Craniosacral therapy. While assisting during a surgery in 1970, Upledger observed a rhythmic movement of the dura mater, the membrane that encompasses the brain and spinal cord Formed the Upledger Institution in 1985.HX: In the early part of this century, osteopathic physician William Sutherland put forth the original concepts for what is now know as the craniosacral system. Dr. Sutherland�s studies culminated in a system of treatment know as Cranial Osteopathy. John Upledger, another osteopath, is credited with developing Craniosacral therapy. While assisting during a surgery in 1970, Upledger observed a rhythmic movement of the dura mater, the membrane that encompasses the brain and spinal cord Formed the Upledger Institution in 1985.

3. How does it work? Works to assist body�s self-correcting mechanism Rx- following rhythm and encouraging the bones to align using very little pressure Provides outside stimulus to assist body�s natural ability to regulate cranial rhythm and the balance of the bones

4. Benefits of Craniosacral Therapy Increase sense of relaxation Improve symptoms Change behavioral patterns Greater capacity to manage life in general Better management of specific disease symptoms Reduces stress Improvement of psychological issues Reduction of effects of past trauma Improved sense of well-being

5. Who can Benefit from Rx? Beneficial therapy for those of any age, seems to be especially beneficial for children Dolphin-Assisted Craniosacral Therapy(DAT) � read story about boy with cerebral palsy who is being treated with DATDolphin-Assisted Craniosacral Therapy(DAT) � read story about boy with cerebral palsy who is being treated with DAT

6. Reflexology Therapy Is a science founded on the basis that areas of the feet, hands and ears are comprised of zones and reflex areas that correspond to all glands, organs, and bodily systems An ancient holistic method with its origin in China and Egypt. The practice as I will be talking about today has its origins in the study of Zone Therapy which utilizes the longitudinal lines of energy running through the body from the feet to the brain. The leading researcher in the west was Dr. William Fitzgerald, an ear, nose, and throat physician who practiced at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford in the early 1900s. He discovered that by applying pressure to key points on the extremities of the body, principally the feet, he could eventually bring about normal physiological functioning in other parts of the body. A physical therapist and colleague, Eunice Ingham, refined the practice in the 1930s and developed the foot reflexology �map� that is widely used todayAn ancient holistic method with its origin in China and Egypt. The practice as I will be talking about today has its origins in the study of Zone Therapy which utilizes the longitudinal lines of energy running through the body from the feet to the brain. The leading researcher in the west was Dr. William Fitzgerald, an ear, nose, and throat physician who practiced at St. Francis Hospital in Hartford in the early 1900s. He discovered that by applying pressure to key points on the extremities of the body, principally the feet, he could eventually bring about normal physiological functioning in other parts of the body. A physical therapist and colleague, Eunice Ingham, refined the practice in the 1930s and developed the foot reflexology �map� that is widely used today

7. Foot Reflexology Points

8. Hand Reflexology Points

9. How does it work? A technique whereby pressure is applied to these areas resulting in stress reduction by using thumb, finger and hand methods Firm or hard pressure needed on the reflex points in order to break down the uric acid crystals that had accumulated Move approximately 7 x within an inch, taking about an hour to work both feet

10. Benefits of Reflexology Inducing a deep state of relaxation Improving circulation Cleansing the body of toxins and impurities Helping control the perception of pain by stimulating the release of endorphins Effective intervention that can promote stress reduction as well as pain management Acceleration of the body�s own natural healing ability Used for: Headache Relief Neck Pain Sinus and Lymphatic Drainage Digestion Problems Regulation of Menstrual Cycle Anxiety Congestion Back Pain and Sciatica Used for: Headache Relief Neck Pain Sinus and Lymphatic Drainage Digestion Problems Regulation of Menstrual Cycle Anxiety Congestion Back Pain and Sciatica

11. Lymphatic Drainage Therapy Specifically designed to stimulate and reactivate the functions of the lymphatic system Lymphatic system is part of the circulatory apparatus, but rather than traveling in a continuous loop as in the case with venous system, the lymphatic system is a one-way system beginning in the interstitial environment and ending in the venous system. Major function is to remove excess fluid and product from the interstitial environment Process begins with the waste products including toxins, dead cells, bacteria and excess protein and fluids being directed into the capillaries of the lymphatic system , the fluid being derived from venous plasma which has escaped from the venous system HX: Historical data indicates that the lymphatic system was first documented in 1622 by Italian Surgeon Gasparo Aselli. Belgian surgeon Alexander de Winiwarter was one of the earliest to suggest the use of manual techniques for draining lymphatic oedemas and this provided a starting point from which more structured techniques from draining oedemas began to evolveLymphatic system is part of the circulatory apparatus, but rather than traveling in a continuous loop as in the case with venous system, the lymphatic system is a one-way system beginning in the interstitial environment and ending in the venous system. Major function is to remove excess fluid and product from the interstitial environment Process begins with the waste products including toxins, dead cells, bacteria and excess protein and fluids being directed into the capillaries of the lymphatic system , the fluid being derived from venous plasma which has escaped from the venous system HX: Historical data indicates that the lymphatic system was first documented in 1622 by Italian Surgeon Gasparo Aselli. Belgian surgeon Alexander de Winiwarter was one of the earliest to suggest the use of manual techniques for draining lymphatic oedemas and this provided a starting point from which more structured techniques from draining oedemas began to evolve

12. How does it work? Therapists work with flat hands, using all the fingers to simulate gentle, specific wave-like movements These subtle manual maneuvers activate lymph and interstitial fluid circulation as well as stimulate the functioning of the immune and parasympathetic nervous systems The pressure applied to the skin is feather like

13. How does it work? (cont.) Movements begin proximally to the regional lymph nodes of the affected area, gradually moving away from the nodes, and always working in a distal to proximal direction

14. Benefits of Lymphatic Drainage calming effect on the autonomic nervous system that leaves you deeply relaxed improve the quality of your sleep, relieve constipation and generally aid digestion. alleviates fluid congestion: swollen ankles, tired puffy eyes, swollen legs during pregnancy and fluid retention due to pre-menstrual syndrome an effective component of the treatment and control of lymphoedema and assists in conditions arising from venous insufficiency Talk about treatment of Breast Cancer using Manual lymphatic drainage and how one can benefit from this therapy.Talk about treatment of Breast Cancer using Manual lymphatic drainage and how one can benefit from this therapy.

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