Massage therapist joins Complementary Care Center Dec 17, 2008
Published: Tuesday, December 16, 2008 9:05 AM CST Anthony M. DeFruscio, (Tony D.) LMT, LBT, massage therapist, has joined the staff at the Atlantic Complementary Care Center, 201 Linn, Atlantic, specializing in deep tissue massage, myofascial release, reflexology, cranial sacral therapy, range of motion problems, and injury recovery trigger point therapy ... Cranial sacral massage can relieve pain symptoms of common problems like headaches, neck and back pain, stress and injuries. (Atlantic News-Telegraph, IO)
Should You Work Out While Pregnant? Nov 19, 2008
As pregnancy progresses, the uterus increases in size and weight and therefore pulls the pelvis into a forward tilt, causing stress on the lumbar sacral ligament and lower back muscles. The abdominal muscles tend to stretch and weaken, while the lower back muscles tend to shorten, resulting in a sway back -- or lordotic -- posture. (ABC News)
Nerve rerouting found helpful with spina bifida Nov 12, 2008
The U.S.-trained surgeon developed a way to bypass the brain: Cut open a spot on the lower spine and sew two normally unrelated nerves together - a lumbar nerve that acts in the thigh to a sacral nerve that would normally squeeze the bladder. If they fuse well, then scratching the thigh can send a signal directly to the bladder side of the new nerve bridge, Xiao's early research found. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Combined Minimally Invasive Procedures Offer New Option For Lumbar Degenerative Scoliosis Oct 7, 2008
The second step was needed only for patients whose scoliosis affected the area between the lower end of the lumbar spine and the top of the sacral spine (the lumbar 5 and sacral 1 vertebrae), which cannot be accessed from the side because of the location of the pelvic bone. In these cases, the area was accessed from below, using the AxiaLIF procedure, which allows the L5-S1 disc to be secured with a solid, sturdy screw. (Science Daily)
New Website Makes Holistic Therapy Accessible for Everyone Aug 30, 2008
" In a world where people are given limited options -- not only about their health, but everything in general -- Joyce South is giving people to take control of one aspect of their lives via , and it happens to be the most important aspect -- personal health. About the Company: Lite and Joy () is owned and operated by Joyce South, who has been practicing holistic healing for 21 years. South is a massage therapist with an emphasis on Cranio Sacral Therapy. She has laid down her knowledge on... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
The Chakras: Subtle Energy Vortexe... Aug 16, 2008
The Sacral Chakra is located at the area of the pubic bone ... The Sacral Chakra controls one's appetite for food, sex and humanly pleasure. (Suite101.com)
Numerology and the Chakras Jul 30, 2008
Sacral creativity, vitality, gut wisdom, transition. Solar Plexus personal essence, individual will, vitality. (Suite101.com)
Israel: Stay on a kibbutz Jul 1, 2008
Kibbutz Lotan, in the desert about 30 miles from the southern tourist city of Eilat, offers alternative medicine, meditation and "holistic workshops" as well as cranial sacral massage, tai chi, shiatsu, watsu (water massage) and yoga. But its biggest focus is ecology. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Reiki: Healing with a miracle touch Jun 25, 2008
If you have been feeling stressed and depressed with your lifestyle, or if you want to free your mind of all worries and live in harmony with everything around you, here's a miracle touch to put an end to all your mental and physical ailments. Have you ever wished to heal yourself or others with your hands. (India Times, India)
Full Story... May 13, 2008
There are four massage therapists all women offering therapy massage or relaxation, hot stones, cupping, reiki, cranio sacral, prenatal massage, salt treatments, mud treatments, paraffin wax and ear candling. Both women said they work together well and the atmosphere at work is professional but fun and relaxed. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
New surgery option can help back pain patients get back to normal Apr 9, 2008
Lumbar spine consists of five bony segments in the lower back area five sacral bones (fused into one bone, the sacrum); and four coccygeal bones (fused into one bone, the coccyx). Terry Rindfleisch can be reached at or (608) 791-8227. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Spinal Curves Apr 8, 2008
The Sacral Kyphosis The sacrum is a triangular-shaped bone at the base of the spine, between both hip bones. It is also a C -shaped curve. (Westerly Sun, RI)
Third Eye and Crown Chakra Jewelry Mar 10, 2008
The in this series about Chakra gemstone jewelry covered the first five Chakra energy centers: Root, Sacral, Solar Plexus, Heart and Throat. This article will discuss the remaining two Chakra energy centers and give information on cleansing Chakra gemstone jewelry. (Suite101.com)
Guaranteed to Satisfy Feb 26, 2008
Currently, FDA-approved for bladder problems and pain, Meloy s device delivers direct, sacral nerve re-stimulation that can result in enhanced sensation, vaginal lubrication, and sexual sensations, including multiple orgasms. Still, experts recommend that women may want to look into this option as a last resort for treating sexual dysfunction. (Fox News)
Going strong at 75 Feb 20, 2008
The most common locations of these problems are the lumbar and sacral areas of the spinal cord. In some individuals, spinal cord abnormalities are visible through a skin opening on the back. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Alphatec Holdings, Inc. Announces the Commercial Introduction of Its Unique DYNAMO Semi-Rigid Spinal System Jan 16, 2008
The DYNAMO is cleared to provide stabilization and immobilization to the lumbar and sacral spine as an adjunct to fusion. About Alphatec. (Primezone Releases)
Health briefs for Jan. 7 Jan 7, 2008
The WHS is a growing group of practitioners of massage therapy, Reiki, acupuncture, equine-assisted therapy, veterinary medicine, reflexology and cranial sacral therapy. Suicide alertness training available. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
New Minimally Invasive Back Surgery Shows Promising Results, Physicians Report Jan 3, 2008
rtl locates and removes the damaged portion of the disc most often affected is the lumbar region, between the sacral (S1) and lumbar (L5) vertebrae and then injects synthetic material to rebuild the disc. A screw is then inserted to distract and stabilize the vertebrae, and, finally, the incision is closed. (Science Daily)
The Golden Fund Offers Hope To Kids With Autism Dec 13, 2007
In addition, he has been receiving cranial sacral therapy from Dr. Alan Sherr at the Northport Wellness Center. Neuro-enhancement therapy, which entails a series of evaluations to ascertain weakness in the brain, followed by drug-free therapies that aim to treat those specific areas of weakness, was another method her son underwent, under the care of Dr. Michael Gruttadauria of the Long Island Spectrum Center in Plainview. (Suffolk Life Newspapers, NY)
North San Diego County Community News Briefs: Fallbrook Democrats to host Christmas party Dec 4, 2007
Presentations include Thai yoga therapy, healthy food tips, body composition, Lebed method, tips for a stressless holiday, cranial sacral therapy and developing creativity. Call (760) 822-1348. (North County Times)
Do you have an overactive bladder? Oct 17, 2007
Another option is sacral neuromodulation, a type of pacemaker for the bladder, and a last resort would be surgical augmentation of the bladder. For more information about Overactive Bladder, phone Pfizer's OAB Helpline on 0860 734 937 or visit. (iAfrica.com)
• Aetna Leader: A Proven Fighter Aug 26, 2007
The solutions include weekly cranial sacral massage, which involves the head all the way down to the tailbone, aimed at getting a flow of spinal fluid that calms the nervous system, Bertolini said. The massage got him off narcotics in four months, and he says he now takes nothing but Tylenol for the pain. (FOX61, CT)
Taylor proves the doctors wrong Aug 22, 2007
Due to the location of the malformation, the lumbar and sacral nerve functions can become impaired ... The sacral nerves control some of the muscles in the feet, bowel and urinary bladder. (Demopolis Times, AL)
Competitive Swimming Linked to Lower Back Injury Aug 14, 2007
Using magnetic resonance imaging, the investigators spotted disk degeneration in the lumbar spine in the both groups of swimmers, particularly between the fourth lumbar (L4) and the first sacral (S1) vertebrae - the area where the lower back joins the pelvis. The competitive swimmers had significantly higher rates of degeneration, 27 and 43 percent in the L4-L5 and L5-S1 disks, respectively, compared with rates of 13 and 21 percent in the recreational swimmers. (MEDLINEplus)
Four Alzheimer's Drug Trials Bring New Era Of Hope Jun 13, 2007
48 per cent had one or more adverse events (mostly peripheral oedema, or fluid accumulation, in the legs or sacral region, nasopharyngitis or inflammatioon of the nasal passages and pharynx). 9 per cent had one or more severe adverse events, each of which occurred in 1 per cent or less of the patients (except for fractures, 2 per cent). (Medical News Today)
Effectiveness Of Serotonin And Nerve Stimulants On Irritable Bowel Syndromes Evaluated May 25, 2007
Sacral Nerve Stimulation for Constipation ... In doing so, investigators evaluated the symptomatic response and physiological effect of sacral nerve stimulation in patients with slow transit constipation and normal transit constipation with impaired evacuation ... The effect of temporary sacral nerve stimulation was assessed by a 21-day bowel habit diary. (Science Daily)
Add this food to your meal to help you lose weight May 23, 2007
Some other findings: Electrical stimulation of the sacral nerve along the spine can help treat chronic constipation; a lifelong vegetarian diet can reduce the risk of colon cancer; and special cells in the intestine might be targets for treating digestive diseases ... Two other studies presented Monday involved electrically stimulating the sacral nerve to relieve constipation and the possibility that mucosal enterochromaffin cells in the intestine could be targets for treating digestive diseases... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Fecal Incontinence in Adults Apr 19, 2007
Stimulation of the Sacral Nerve. Areas of Uncertainty. (New England Journal of Medicine)
Checking out Chakras Mar 19, 2007
The seven main chakras, starting at the first chakra and working upwards are: the Root or Base chakra which is found at the base of the spine and embedded in the coccyx bone in your bottom; the second chakra is the Sacral chakra, which is in your lower abdomen between your genitals and your belly button; the third chakra, the Solar Plexus chakra is located between your navel and the base of the sternum; the Heart chakra is in the center of your chest and is the fourth chakra; the fifth chakra is... (Suite101.com)
Griff Boyd: Panthers' fourth Singler Mar 6, 2007
One of the treatments is cranial sacral therapy a form of message. Egan has been receiving the therapy from a spa in Ashland. (Mail Tribune, OR)
health and support Jan 16, 2007
Open-house style fair features information on nutrition, massage, yoga, reflexology, cranial sacral therapy, skin care, diet, acupuncture and other alternative healthcare modalities. Free admission. (The Standard-Times, MA)
The importance of crystal therapy Jan 3, 2007
Wednesday, January 3, 2007. New Delhi, January 2, 2007. (Hindustan Times, India)
