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Chapman’s Neurolymphatic Reflexes
Cerebellar Congestion (Lapse of Memory)
(A): Just medial tip corocoid process of scapula. (P): Across transverse processes atlas. (A): Laterally from spinous processes 3-4-5 cervical vertebrae. (P): Between the transverse processes l -2 cervical vertebrae near their tip ends. (A): Front of humerous, middle aspect surgical neck. (P): Occipital bone, sub-occipital nerve. (A): Front of humerous, middle aspect surgical neck downward. (P): Occipital bone, anterior branch occipital nerve. (A): Upper edge of clavicle, just beyond where it crosses 1st rib. Treat only these to relieve motion or sea sickness. (P): Upper edge posterior aspect, tip of transverse process 1st cervical vertebra. (A): Upper edge 2nd rib--3 l/2 inches from sternum. (P): Lamina of C2. (A): 1st rib at sternal border, also lateral aspect of humerous from head down. (P): Transverse process of C1 behind ear and C2. (A): 2nd rib—3/4 inches from sternum. (P): Lamina of C2. (A): The front of the first rib, ¾” to 1” toward the sternum from where the clavicle crosses the rib. (P): Lamina of C2. (A): 1st intercostal space near sternum. (P): Lamina of C1. (A): Upper surface 2nd rib 2-3 inches from sternum. (P): Lamina of C2. (A): 2nd intercostal space near sternum. (P): Lamina of T2.
Bronchitis (also treat spleen, liver and pancreas)
(A): 2nd intercostal space near sternum. (P): Lamina of T2. (A): 3rd intercostal space near sternum. (P): Lamina of T3. (A): 4th intercostal space near sternum. (P): Lamina of T4. (A): 2nd intercostal space near sternum. (P): Lamina of T2. (A): Inner aspect, upper end of humerus, surgical neck downward. (P): Posterior aspect transverse processes 3-4, 6-7 cervical vertebrae. (A): Muscular attachment pectoralis minor muscle to 3-4-5 ribs. (P): Superior angle of scapula--1-2-3 ribs along inner margin of scapula. (P): Lateral edge of the scapula, just below the head of the humerus.
Neuritis of the Upper Limb (look for 3rd rib
dysfunction and foot dysfunction)
(A): 3rd intercostal space near sternum. (Along with extreme pain the shoulder, arm, forearm, and hands – worsening at night). (P): Lamina of T3. (A): the entirety of the pectoralis major muscle, including its attachments. (P): 4th rib just under medial border of scapula. (Sleep Center)
Myocarditis (also treat thyroid, ovarian and
broad ligaments)
(A): 2nd intercostal space near sternum. (P): Lamina of T2. (A): A gangliform contraction of the muscle tissue between the ASIS and the trochanter. (P): Neck of 11th rib. (A): Upper pubic ramis, between symphysis and femoral ligament. (P): Transverse process of L2. (A): 5th interspace from midmamillary line to the sternum on the left. (P): Lamina of T5 on left. (A): 6th interspace from midmamillary line to the sternum on the left. (P): Lamina of T6 on left. (A): On the front of the sternum at the junction of the manubrium with the gladiolus, down to the ensiform cartilage. (P): 10th rib head. (A): 8th, 9th, and 10th intercostal near the cartilages on both sides of the body. (P): Lamina of T8, T9 and T10. (8th rib=upper portion of intestine, 9th rib=middle portion and 10th rib=lower portion)
Pancreas (look for in diabetes)
(A): 7th interspace from midmamillary line to the sternum on the right. (P): Lamina of T7 on right.
Congestion of the Liver and Gall Bladder
(A): 6th interspace from midmamillary line to the sternum on the right. (P): Lamina of T6 on right. (A): 5th interspace from midmamillary line to the sternum on the right. (P): Lamina of T5 on right. (A): 7th interspace near junction of cartilage the left. (P): Lamina of T7 on left. (A): 2.5” above and 1” on either side of the umbilicus. (P): Lamina of T11. Only one side may be involved. (A): Laterally 1” from linea alba and 1” above the horizontal plane of the umbilicus. (P): Lamina of T12.
Appendix (check against right ovary in female)
(A): Tip of 12th rib, right side. (P): Lamina of T11.
Colon (Spastic Constipation or Colitis)
(A): An area 1 to 2” wide, extending from the trochanter to within 1” of the patella; front, outer aspect of femur, both sides. (P): A triangular area bounded by the transverse process of L2, L4 and the iliac crest, bilaterally. (The colon is mirrored on the femurs – the right trochanter corresponds with the cecal region, right mid-thigh is the ascending colon and near the right knee is the 1st 2/5 of the transverse colon. On the left side the last 3/5 of the transverse colon is near the knee, the descending colon is mid-shaft and the sigmoid is near the trochanter). (A): Just above the ischial tuberosity. (P): On the sacrum, close to the ilium, at the lower end of the iliosacral articulation. (A): Lesser trochanter of the femur downward. (P): On the sacrum close to the ilium, at the lower end of the iliosacral articulation. (A): Upper, inner edge of pubic symphysis. (P): Transverse process of L2.
Cystitis (check urethral reflexes)
(A): Tissues around the umbilicus. Contracture just lateral to pubic symphysis = affected side. (P): Upper edge L2 transverse process.
Groin Glands
(Inguinal Lymph Nodes) (A): Lower 2/5 of sartorius muscle and just above inner condyle of femur. (P): On the sacrum close to the ilium, at the lower end of the iliosacral articulation. Female (A): Pubic tubercle. (P): Lamina of T9 indicates an involvement of the inner half of the ovary. Lamina of T10 indicates an involvement of the outer. (A): At the upper edge of junction of pubic ramis and ischum (P): Lateral sacral base. (A): Laterally on either side of the symphysis, for about 2” across the inner, lower margin of obturator foramin. (P): Tip of transverse process of L5 parallel with iliac crest for about 1”. (A): Outer femur, from trochanter down to within 2” of the knee joint (P): Lateral sacral base.
Salpingitis (also treat uterus and broad ligament)
(A): Midway between the acetabulum and the sciatic notch. (P): Lateral sacral base. (A): Upper, inner aspect of posterior thigh, 3-5” long and 1.5-2” wide. (P): Around the sacrococcygeal joint.
Leucorrhea (vaginal discharge)
(A): Inner condyle of femur (knee) and upwards 3-6” posterior. (P): Lateral sacral base. Male (A): Outer femur, from trochanter down to within 2” of the knee joint and just lateral of symphysis pubis. (P): Lateral sacral base.
Vesiculitis - Seminal Vesicles (also treat
prostate)
(A): Midway between the acetabulum and the sciatic notch. (P): Lateral sacral base. (A): starting 1/5 of the distance below the trochanter and for a space of from 2-3”downward on the posterior outer aspect of the femur. Second - 1/5 of the distance above the knee, and continuing upward for a matter of 2” on the posterior outer aspect of the femur. Third – mid-posterior region of the femur and 1/3 of the distance upward from the condyles. Supplemental Points: (a) Proximal fibular head. (b) Middle of the femoral ligament. (c) Just below the PSIS. Note: Loosen up the initial or principal contractions first, before touching the supplemental points. (P): Upper part of the sacrum inside of the sacroiliac articulation. An innominate lesion will usually be found in such conditions. (A): Upper inner aspect of posterior part of thigh from medial end of gluteal crease downward for 3-5” (up to 2” wide). (P): Sacro-coccygeal articulation. (A): Inner lower margin of obturator foramen about 2”. (P): From tip of 5th lumbar parallel with crest of ilium for about 1”.
Examination First correct (in order), any: Innominate up or down shears, Pubic dysfunction, Sacral dysfunction, Innominate rotation, Inflare or outflare.
Pelvic-Thyroid-Adrenal Syndrome Second treat: Broad Ligament or Prostate (anterior only) Uterus Ovaries or Testicles Thyroid Adrenals
Then treat the (A) then (P) reflexes, particularly the (A) with the terminal phalanx of the index or middle finger with a light rotary movement for about 15 to 30 seconds. The pressure must be light.
Do not forget drainage areas.
Complete with sympathetic activation exercises- patient prone, spine straight, pillow under chest or separation in table. Arms hanging at side of table. Operator standing at side and facing patients head. Thumbs of operator pressed in intervertebral spaces. Patient swings arms toward head each time thumbs are moved to lower space throughout dorsal area.
From: An Endocrine Interpretation of Chapman’s Reflexes, by Charles Owens, D.O. and Selected Writings of Beryl E. Arbuckle, by Beryl Arbuckle, D.O., F.A.C.O.P. Both books published by the American Academy of Osteopathy. |
