Research Archives - Osteopathic Cranial Academy Foundation

Direct measurement of the rhythmic motions of the human head identifies a third rhythm

Oct 13, 2020 | Research

Abstract Introduction Central to the osteopathic cranial field, and at the same time controversial, is the concept of a unique rhythmic movement believed to originate from a primary respiratory mechanism (PRM). Further, the PRM is reported to manifest as a cranial...

Cranial diameter pulsations measured by non-invasive ultrasound decrease with tilt

Aug 1, 2010 | Research

Abstract IntroductionIntracranial pressure (ICP) may play a significant role in physiological responses to microgravity by contributing to the nausea associated with microgravity exposure. However, effects of altered gravity on ICP in astronauts have not been...

Assessment of calvarial structure motion by MRI

Sep 4, 2009 | Research

Abstract BackgroundPractitioners of manual medicine/manual therapy (MM/MT) who utilize techniques thought to have some impact upon and move the solid structures of the human head have been criticized for lack of evidence of cranial bone motion. The present study...