GI.Rnal lab

Question 1

what are chapmans points

Answer 1

gangliform contraction due to congestion in fascia due to lymphy stasis and visceral SD

Question 2

chapmans reflexes are considered a result of

Answer 2

lymphatic

autonomic

NE dysfunction

Question 3

_____ (midway between xiphoid & superior mesenteric)

Answer 3

celiac ganglia

Question 4

________ (midway between xiphoid & umbilicus)

Answer 4

superior mesenteric

Question 5

______ (midway b/w superior mesenteric & umbilicus -but may be lower)

Answer 5

inferior mesenteric

Question 6

New: Mesenteric/Colonic Release

Ergonomic positioning: patient supine with knees bent; physician stands on right side for SI mesenteric root release and then proceeds to the left side for cecum, switching back to right side at the mid transverse colon

• Palpation positioning & Force Direction:
• SI Mesenteric Root –1 inch inferior and 1 inch lateral to the umbilicus
• Cecum –medial to the right ASIS
• Ascending–on right posterolateral flank with a medially directed force.
• Transverse–inferior to the costal margin with an inferior directed force;
• Descending–on left posterolateral flank with a medially directed force;
• Sigmoid–on the anteromedial of the left pelvic brim with force directed toward RUQ;

Activating Force: Maintain a gentle force on the outer margin of the tissues until a softening occurs.

Reassess: TART of colon and/or V-S reflexes

Question 7

what lyphatics do you always do first?

Answer 7

thoracic inlet mfr

Question 8

lymphatic tx 2nd for problems below diaphram

Answer 8

dome diaphram

Question 9

lymphatic tx 2nd for problems HEENT

Answer 9

sub occ release

Question 10

lymphatic tx 2nd for problems in LE

Answer 10

isciorectal fossa release