Colin Perry Massage & Bodywork

09/22/2025

💆‍♂️ CranioSacral Therapy & TMJ Relief – Explore Key Resources! 💆‍♀️

Did you know that CranioSacral Therapy can be highly effective in easing TMJ syndrome symptoms, such as jaw pain, headaches, and tension?

We've gathered the most requested resources on TMJ & CranioSacral Therapy, making it easier for you to access expert insights and tools for patient care.

📚 Explore our curated collection here: https://www.upledger.com/courses/discover or visit Upledger.com Discover CST Tab

09/12/2025

08/28/2025

🧠 How Do Emotions Affect Our Tissues? Discover the Connection! 🧠

Have you ever wondered how emotions might impact the tissues in your body? 🌟 In her latest article, Vivien Henderson, LMT, CST-D, dives into the profound connection between the mind and body through SomatoEmotional Release (SER) in CranioSacral Therapy (CST).

Emotions like shock, anger, or fear, especially those tied to traumatic events, can become trapped in our tissues, leading to physical discomfort and dysfunction. Through the gentle, yet powerful techniques of CST, these emotional components can be released, allowing for deep healing and restored balance.

Highlights from the Article:
The story of how a simple go-cart accident led to an insightful journey of healing emotional trauma embedded in the body.
An exploration of how CST can locate and release these "energy cysts," leading to profound shifts in both physical and emotional well-being.
Real-life case studies that showcase the transformative power of addressing the emotional layers within physical injuries.

📖 Read the full article to learn more about the intricate ways our emotions can shape our physical health, and how CranioSacral Therapy offers a path to healing. https://bit.ly/45U0jlS or Upledger.com Searchable Article Database Tab

08/27/2025

this applies to educators too!

08/21/2025

https://www.nature.com/articles/s41586-025-09052-5

The outflow pathway of cerebrospinal fluid into lymph nodes in the neck and how non-invasive mechanical stimulation can enhance drainage and restore impaired outflow in aged mice are explored.

08/21/2025

“In this paper, Stecco posits a link between fascia and swelling of the arms in the legs
(lymphedema). He suggests that stiff fascia decreases lymphatic fluid flow and can
contribute to swelling in the limbs.
By releasing fascia through bodywork, it could be possible that fascia becomes more
pliable, lymphatic fluid flow increases and swelling goes down. Similarly, releasing fascia
could help reduce gastrointestinal distress, including constipation, bloating and acid reflux.”

The Washington Post article highlights research showing that this intricate web of connective tissue — enveloping and supporting every muscle, organ, and nerve — may have a far greater impact on the body than previously understood.

Emerging research points to its potential role in:
• Improving movement and balance
• Supporting lymphatic and gastrointestinal health
• Offering new insights into cancer progression

With scientists and manual therapy practitioners collaborating, fascia is at the forefront of an exciting frontier in health science.

📖 Read the full article here: http://bit.ly/2H3ClL7 or Upledger.com Research Article Database

08/15/2025

08/15/2025

🔍 Exploring the Link Between the Gut and the Spine

Can targeted manual therapy for the abdomen help ease chronic low back pain and improve bowel function?

A randomized controlled trial is investigating the effects of six weeks of Osteopathic Visceral Manipulation (OVM) on people living with non-specific chronic low back pain and functional constipation.

This study looks at pain reduction, improved mobility, and changes in neuromuscular patterns—offering valuable insights into how visceral health can influence spinal function.

📖 Read the full study protocol here: https://www.iahe.com/storage/docs/articles/the-effect-of-a-six-week-osteopathic-visceral-manipulation.pdf?

07/29/2025

07/25/2025

According to a recent study, forward head position and blood flow to the brain are clinically observable by taking the carotid pulses and can lead to debilitating symptoms within the brain.

The carotid pulses are weaker when the head is in a forward position; however, the carotid pulses are stronger when the head is over the spine.

When the head is forward over the spine, the brain may not receive sufficient blood flow and oxygen due to compression of the carotid arteries. If this compression is severe enough, it can result in cerebral ischemia (CNS dysfunction). Clinically, we see disturbed sleeping patterns, increased anxiety, and mental sluggishness.

The March 2000 Mayo Clinic reported that prolonged FHP also leads to myospasm, disc herniations, arthritis, and pinched nerves.

Dr. Alf Breig, a Swedish neurosurgeon and Nobel Prize recipient, describes how the loss of a normal cervical lordotic curve creates dysfunction and disease.

Through cadaver studies, Dr. Breig demonstrated that neck flexion could stretch the spinal cord 5-7 cm causing tensioning of the meninges (covering of the brain and spinal cord) and elicit measurable pressure on brainstem nuclei (nerve control centers) which control all basic life functions. (Breig, Alf. Adverse Mechanical Tension in the Central Nervous System: An Analysis of Cause and Effect. 1978. Almqvuist & Wiksell International, Stockholm, Sweden. Pg. 177.)

New studies show that correction of cervical lordosis may be associated with an immediate increase in cerebral blood flow.

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