Whole Body Approach

A Whole Body Approach To Health

Deborah Walker, Director of Asian Healing Arts for Cherubino Health Center

We have all heard it said that there is no substitute for experience. With over 20 years of experience in natural health care, Meridian therapy, nutrition and Asian treatment techniques, Deborah Walker is in the unique position of being able to effectively care for people suffering from a wide variety of conditions. In the mid 1970’s, Deborah’s desire to help the sick led her into the fields of occupational and physical therapy. Years of extensive and varied responsibilities, including hospital as well as home based service, gave Deborah a first-hand view of the value of traditional medicine as well as some of its inherent limitations. Through the years, she has always maintained her passion for healing and love of knowledge. Deborah is a certified Meridian Therapist and has to her credit been trained and certified in numerous alternative treatment methods. CranioSacral Therapy, KI Method, PET, Relaxation Therapy, Pain Management and Clinical Nutrition are all part of Deborah’s specialized techniques. The following is a partial list of the conditions that have been shown to respond to Deborah’s type of bodywork. Whether your specific condition is listed or not, we encourage you to consult with us at the center directly for more information.

SPECIFIC CONDITIONS

Chronic fatigue
Fibromyalgia
Migraine headaches
ADD ADHD
Inflammation
Muscular tension
Back Pain
Emotional tension
Muscular strain/sprain
Insomnia
Constipation
Arthritis
Sciatica
PMS
TMJ
Carpal Tunnel
Multiple Sclerosis
Scoliosis

CranioSacral Therapy

One of the core techniques that Deborah uses is CranioSacral therapy. She has received her training directly through the Upledger Institute in Florida. CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle, hands on method of evaluating and correcting problems affecting the craniosacral system, the environment in which the brain and spinal cord function. This gentle hands on therapy encourages the body’s natural healing mechanisms to improve the operation of the central nervous system, relieve the negative effects of stress, improve overall health and strengthen the body’s immune system. The craniosacral system consists of membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround the brain and spinal cord. It extends from the bones of the skull, face and mouth, which make up the cranium, down to the sacrum, or tailbone area. An imbalance or restriction in this system can potentially cause any number of problems with the body’s nervous system.. Treatment with this approach is non-forceful with the practitioner generally applying only five grams of pressure. This is roughly equivalent to the weight of a nickel. CranioSacral Therapy is practiced worldwide by doctors and therapists of all known disciplines including medical doctors, doctors of chiropractic medicine, doctors of Oriental medicine, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, physical therapists, acupuncturists, massage therapists and other professional body workers.

KI Method

Focusing on the body’s electrical system the KI Method has acquired its roots from Japanese Medicine. KI method is a hands-on technique. with the practitioner, sequentially placing their hands lightly on two different and precise locations on the body (over clothing) at a time. This stimulates the body’s electrical energy to move, shift and rebalance. This flow promotes better blood and lymphatic circulation, increased CNS (central nervous system) conductivity, and improved enzyme activity - all of which are necessary to promote healing, rejuvenate body systems and improve overall health. This technique is highly effective in restoring the normal flow of electrical energy to and from all areas of the body. We have found this technique to be particularly effective in integrating the function of the peripheral nervous system with that of the central nervous system. It can be used as a stand-alone technique, or as an adjunctive and supportive therapy and is an excellent choice for maintenance and preventative treatment regimens.

Therapeutic Massage

Therapeutic massage is capable of affecting the body’s physiology in a number of positive ways. The many benefits of therapeutic massage include release of chronic muscular tension and pain, improved circulation, increased joint flexibility, reduced mental and physical fatigue, reduced stress, faster healing of injured muscular tissue, improvement of posture and reduced blood pressure as well as an increase in overall relaxation.

Cherubino Health Center
23 Turnpike Rd., Framingham/Southborough MA
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