Cranial osteopathy dysfunction

The ability to diagnose and treat dysfunctions related to cranial osteopathy and the primary respiratory mechanism (PRM) requires a solid knowledge of the anatomy of the cranium and the central nervous system, cerebral and spinal. 

The patient was treated for her somatic dysfunctions on the first visit with a combination of techniques including, muscle energy, facilitated positional release, high-velocity low-amplitude (HVLA), and cranial osteopathy. In addition, ventral visceral techniques were used. The left hemi-diaphragm was discovered to be restricted as well and a diaphragmatic release was used. Begiiming in the left lower quadrant, the physician scooped the abdomen toward the umbilicus and held until the structures released. This was directed at supporting the mesentery and the sig-... 

Osteopathy in the cranial field is performed with the hands placed in defined locations on the cranium. After diagnosis of dysfunctions, the... 

Because ofthe close functioning ofthe sacrum with the cranial motions, the sacrum may also be used as an entry point for diagnosis and treatment of dysfunctions amenable to osteopathy in the cranial field. 

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