Treatment success for overactive bladder with urinary urge incontinence refractory to oral antimuscarinics: a review of published evidence Nov 21, 2009
Treatment options for overactive bladder (OAB) with urinary urge incontinence (UUI) refractory to oral antimuscarinics include: botulinum toxin type A (BoNTA), sacral neuromodulation (SNM), and augmentation cystoplasty (AC). A standard treatment success metric that can be used in both clinical and economic evaluations of the above interventions has not emerged. (BioMed Central)
Ten years of relaxation Oct 2, 2009
The hospital s massage therapy options include deep tissue massage, pregnancy massage, cranio sacral therapy, Reiki therapy and fibromyalgia mapping. For more information, or to make an appointment, call 754-2609. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
The Spinal Column Sep 13, 2009
The sacrum and coccyx originally contain distinct bones during early development but each set of bones fuse to become one structure although the sacral region is still sometimes referred to as 5 segments (S1 to S5). Between each of the vertebrae are specialized shock absorbers known as intervertebral discs. (Suite101.com)
Yoga: New 'Om' of good sex life! Sep 10, 2009
" Surya Namaskar is a combination of 12 different poses, back bends, forward bends. While doing the namaskar you contract and expand your nerves to the pelvic girdle, which is your sexual core. This stimulates your sexual hormones and helps you achieve a new sexual equilibrium. While kundalini yoga is also beneficial for a better sex life. For instance, vrkasana or the scorpio pose helps your reproductive organs.'' AWAKE YOUR SENSUAL BEING Ellen Barrett's book Sexy Yoga, is designed to open up... (India Times, India)
Subtle Body Energies Aug 17, 2009
Svadhisthana - Sacral Chakra. Muladhara - Base Chakra. (Suite101.com)
The Chakras An Invisible Energy Aug 17, 2009
The first three Base, Sacral and Solar Plexus, are referred to as the lower chakras ... Svadhisthana - Sacral Chakra. (Suite101.com)
Fixing what's 'down there' Aug 4, 2009
They are not the only urogynecologists in the state, but they are among a few such specialists in the South who treat a condition commonly called "dropped vagina" with a laparoscopic sacral colpopexy procedure ... For severe cases, a sacral colpopexy is performed in which a permanent mesh attached in the pelvis suspends the vagina to ligaments or tissues over the backbone ... Harris and Speights have performed more than 100 laparoscopic sacral colpopexies together and are also on staff at... (The Clarion-Ledger)
The $1.7 million instrument Jun 17, 2009
Gynecologists Dr. Richard Hanley and Dr. James Gilham may perform laparoscopic hysterectomy, laparoscopic sacral culpopexy (repair of prolapse) and others. Urologists Dr. Craig Peterson and Dr. Richard Shannon may perform laparoscopic prostatectomy (removal of the prostate for cancer), laparoscopic nephrectomy (removal of the kidney), partial nephrectomy, and pyeloplasty (fixing an obstructed segment). (Montrose Daily Press, CO)
Hildreth: Irritable bowel syndrome cases increase Apr 29, 2009
The sympathetic-parasympathetic nervous systems extends down along the spinal column from the brain to the sacral area. This nervous system can be influenced along its pathway in a negative way and influence the intestinal balance from the esophagus down to the anus. (Green Valley News & Sun, AZ)
Dr. Jeff Hersh: Cause of painful bladder syndrome unknown Apr 29, 2009
These patients may benefit from transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation (TENS) or from a permanently implanted electrical nerve stimulator to stimulate the sacral nerve. As a last resort surgery is sometimes considered, possibly including the extreme step of removing the patient's bladder and using a piece of intestine to function in its place. (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Electrical Implant Might Help With Bladder Control Apr 17, 2009
Sacral neuromodulation has shown long-term effectiveness in treating voiding dysfunction, Zaslau said ... Herbison et al. Sacral neuromodulation with implanted devices for urinary storage and voiding dysfunction in adults. (Science Daily)
UCLA Sets Out to Defend Pac-10 Tournament Title Mar 12, 2009
He has a sacral contusion and X-rays were negative. He is listed as probable for the Bruins' quarterfinal game in the Pacific Life Pac-10 Tournament (March 12). (Uclabruins.com)
Reiki: Healing with a miracle touch Mar 5, 2009
Rei means God's wisdom or the Higher power" and Ki means life force energy. So, Reiki is actually spiritually guided life force energy. Reiki is a Japanese technique that can be used not only for stress reduction but also to treat your physical and mental ailments. Reiki, a spiritual practice was developed in 1922 by Dr. Mikao Usui. It is administered by laying on hands, which is believed to channel healing energy through the practioners palms. It is a simple and... (India Times, India)
5 ways to pamper your pregnant body Mar 1, 2009
And new mother Brandy Furniss said she enjoyed cranial sacral massage in the later stages of her pregnancy. Put your feet up. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Movers & Shakers Feb 17, 2009
Her specialty is cranial sacral therapy (CST) practiced as energy medicine. CST is a light touch osteopathic therapy that aids the healing of pain and injuries. (Corvallis Gazette Times, OR)
A Birth Injury That Is Preventable Feb 8, 2009
The injury occurs during the birth process when a shoulder gets stuck (shoulder dystocia) either on the mother's pelvic bone or the sacral promontory. When excessive traction is used to dislodge the shoulder, the delicate nerves can be stretched, torn or completely pulled out from the spinal cord. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
