Literature references
Knowledge is power.
We have created a reference library for those who take courses through The Synergy Academy. Please feel free to take advantage of the extensive collection of research that we utilize in our course development.
Resources and References by Topic
Cranial influences
Suture growth modulated by the oscillatory component of micromechanical strain
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12619937/
Cyclic Loading Effects on Craniofacial Strain and Sutural Growth in Pigs
Mechanobiology of craniofacial sutures
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/12454093/
Stretch force guides finger-like pattern of bone formation in suture https://journals.plos.org/plosone/article?id=10.1371/journal.pone.0177159
Spinal CSF flow in response to forced thoracic and abdominal respiration
https://fluidsbarrierscns.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12987-019-0130-0
Bruxism and Temporal Bone Hypermobility in Patients with Multiple Sclerosis
https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1179/crn.2011.026
Postnatal changes in the growth dynamics of the
human face revealed from bone modelling patterns
Neurophysiology
Trigeminal, Visceral and Vestibular Inputs May Improve Cognitive Functions by Acting through the Locus Coeruleus and the Ascending Reticular Activating System: A New Hypothesis
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnana.2017.00130/full
Trigeminal Cardiac Reflex: New Thinking Model About the Definition Based on a Literature Review https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4602726/
Trigeminal Cardiac Reflex and Cerebral Blood Flow Regulation
https://www.frontiersin.org/articles/10.3389/fnins.2016.00470/full
Teeth and central nervous system: What happens
when you go to sleep
Treating the Phobic and Anxious Dental Patient:
Introduction to Havening Therapy
https://www.havening.org//media/articles/dr_ruden_phobia_article.pdf
The Limbic System - Ronald A. Ruden, M.D, Ph.D.
https://www.havening.org//media/articles/04c490_3b3c1a76d73f4b849027ed7fd2ce8b24.pdf
Increased Cerebral Blood Flow Velocity in Children with Mild
Sleep-Disordered Breathing:
A Possible Association with Abnormal Neuropsychological Function
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17015501
Not all sleep is equal when it comes to cleaning the brain
https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2019/02/190227173111.htm
Spinal CSF flow in response to forced thoracic and abdominal respiration
https://fluidsbarrierscns.biomedcentral.com/articles/10.1186/s12987-019-0130-0
Coupled electrophysiological, hemodynamic, and cerebrospinal fluid oscillations in human sleep
https://science.sciencemag.org/content/366/6465/628
A New Pain-sensitive Organ Has Been Discovered in Our Skin
Adults with sensorimotor disorders: enhanced physiological and psychological development following specific sensorimotor training
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4406001/
Healthy humans with a narrow upper airway maintain patency during quiet breathing by dilating the airway during inspiration
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4253475/
The neutral zone in complete dentures
Fascia and whole body implications
Meaning of the Solid and Liquid Fascia to Reconsider the Model of Biotensegrity https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6126780/?fbclid=IwAR38nbgJiy06GCzeqvIqJygZgyxLKU7G7c6Ra9ef6LGkeZmOV3QQ5cO2WB4
Cranial Osteopathy
Osteopathic Cranial Academy Website FAQ Page
https://cranialacademy.org/patients/faq/
The enigmatic case of cranial osteopathy: Evidence versus clinical practice
https://www.journalofosteopathicmedicine.com/article/S1746-0689(16)30056-6/pdf
Cranial Osteopathy, Craniosacral Therapy
https://www.drweil.com/health-wellness/balanced-living/wellness-therapies/cranial-osteopathy/
Video of cranial motion https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2oVjn2ALLE
Video of strain patterns https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VYRhxALz08
Video of CSF flow https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7B1w6lDw-yM
The Effect of Cranial Manipulation on the Traube-Hering-Mayer Oscillation as Measured by Laser-Doppler Flowmetry
Alternative Therapies, Nov/Dec 2002, Vol. 8 No. 6
http://www.alternative-therapies.com/
Neural Biological Mechanisms
Head Pain - Herbert C. Miller, DO, FAAO
https://feelycenter.com/osteopathic-medicine/osteopathic-medicine-articles/head-pain/
Feely’s Abridged Osteopathic Dictionary
Richard A. Feely, D.O., FAAO, FCA, FAAMA
https://feelycenter.com/osteopathic-medicine/dictionary/
Organizational websites
Osteopathic Cranial Academy https://cranialacademy.org/
W.G. Sutherland Temporomandibulo-Cranial Dental Group https://www.dentalcranial.org/
Oral Neuromyofunction
Decoding human swallowing via electroencephalography: a state-of-the-art reviewhttps://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4596245/
Effects of tongue position on mandibular muscle activity and heart rate function
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19773187/
Effects of Oropharyngeal Exercises on Snoring: A Randomized Trial.
Obstructive sleep apnea: focus on myofunctional therapy
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6132228/
Finger or thumb sucking. New interpretations and therapeutic implications Ferrante https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26129804/
Upper-Lip Frenum as a Predictive Marker for Unexpected and Unexplained Asphyxia in Infants
Orthodontics and dentofacial orthopedics
Artificial intelligence in orthodontics
https://apospublications.com/artificial-intelligence-in-orthodontics/
Relationship between malocclusion and heart rate variability indices in young adults: a pilot study
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/20963256/
Americans Are Spending Billions on Unnecessary Dental Treatments
https://www.theatlantic.com/health/archive/2020/07/braces-orthodontics-medical-benefits/614584/
Impact of malocclusion on oral health-related quality of life in 10–14-year-old children of Mumbai, India
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5141656/
A Three-dimensional Analysis to Investigate the Midface Changes with MSE
https://escholarship.org/uc/item/4mh1s2h4
Tomographic assessment of palatal suture opening pattern and pterygopalatine suture disarticulation in the axial plane after midfacial skeletal expansion
https://progressinorthodontics.springeropen.com/articles/10.1186/s40510-020-00321-9
ALF Articles
James and Strokon Articles
ALF Correction of Facial and Postural Asymmetry
https://www.researchgate.net/publication/43180184_ALF_correction_of_facial_and_postural_asymmetry
James, G.A., Strokon, D., “The Significance of Cranial Factors in Diagnosis and Treatment with the Advanced Lightwire Appliance,” Int. Journal of Orthodontics, 14: 3, pgs. 17-23, 2003.
Cranial strains and malocclusion VIII: palatal expansion
December 2009 International journal of orthodontics (Milwaukee, Wis.) 20(4):15-30
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Basic anatomy and physiology resources
Manual Therapy of the Mandibular Accessory Ligaments for the Management of Temporomandibular Joint Disorders
https://jaoa.org/article.aspx?articleid=2094120
Many Faces of Pain: AGD Powerpoint Presention link
Laser physiology and tissue response comparison
Ex Vivo Evaluation of Gingival Ablation with Various Laser Systems and Electroscalpel
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32175812/
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