Stagnant is not healthy.
All therapies strive to help stuck things move.
Taum's classes help you develop your 'Educated Instinct.'
The autonomic nervous system is a component of the peripheral nervous system that regulates involuntary physiologic processes including heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, digestion, and sexual arousal. It contains three anatomically distinct divisions: sympathetic, parasympathetic, and enteric.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK539845/
Physiology of the Small Intestine.
The small intestine is a crucial part of the digestive system, responsible for the majority of nutrient absorption from the ingested food. It is a long, tube-like organ located between the stomach and the large intestine. The small intestine is divided into three sections: the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
1. Duodenum:
- The duodenum is the first and shortest part of the small intestine.
- It receives partially digested food, known as chyme, from the stomach through the pyloric sphincter.
- Bile, produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, and pancreatic juices, produced by the pancreas, enter the duodenum to aid in the digestion process.
2. Jejunum:
- The jejunum is the middle part of the small intestine.
- It is the primary site for nutrient absorption, where the majority of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are absorbed into the bloodstream.
- The walls of the jejunum contain numerous finger-like projections called villi, which increase the surface area available for absorption.
3. Ileum:
- The ileum is the final part of the small intestine, connecting to the large intestine at the ileocecal valve.
- It continues the absorption of nutrients, particularly vitamin B12 and bile salts.
- The ileocecal valve regulates the flow of material from the small intestine into the large intestine.
Key Functions:
- Nutrient Absorption: The small intestine is the primary site for the absorption of nutrients, including sugars, amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.
- Villi and Microvilli: The walls of the small intestine are lined with tiny finger-like projections called villi, which further have microvilli on their surfaces. These structures significantly increase the surface area available for nutrient absorption.
- Mucus Production: Goblet cells in the small intestine produce mucus, which helps lubricate the intestinal walls and protect them from the acidic chyme.
- Peristalsis: Peristaltic contractions propel the chyme through the small intestine, allowing for the mixing and exposure of chyme to digestive enzymes.
The coordinated activities of the small intestine, along with the contributions of the stomach, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas, play a crucial role in the digestion and absorption of nutrients essential for the body's functioning.
Physiology of the Large Intestine.
Function:
By the time indigestible materials have reached the colon, most nutrients and up to 90% of the water have been absorbed by the small intestine.
The large intestine has 3 primary functions: absorbing water and electrolytes, producing and absorbing vitamins, and forming and propelling feces toward the rectum for elimination. The role of the ascending colon is to absorb the remaining water and other key nutrients from the indigestible material, solidifying it to form stool. The descending colon stores feces that will eventually be emptied into the rectum. The sigmoid colon contracts to increase the pressure inside the colon, causing the stool to move into the rectum. The rectum holds the feces awaiting elimination by defecation.
The abdominal protocol presented in this class serves a broad spectrum that can influence everyone's overall health. (I suggest reading the testimonials.)
It is helpful to understand the importance of colon-lymphatic relationships. In our work, learning the 'feel' of the technique while connected to relevant knowledge is a powerful combination.
Our very own 'National Library of Medicine' is an excellent resource for enhancing knowledge.
This webpage serves to connect the colon-lymphatic relationship.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3064563/
I hope this serves you.
Lymphatic Anatomy and Physiology
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7394563/
Conclusion:
-------------------------------------------------
Anatomy, Thorax, Thoracic Duct.
July 2018
Hi everyone my name is Shelly Beale. I'm a licensed massage therapist in Idaho... I have known Taum for about 7 years, and I've been to several of his classes. The lymphatic drainage class is one of my favorites. I have taken this class twice and use the information a lot.
About four years ago I was taking a class with Taum... I don't remember which one but I had gone into class and was upset. My teacher Sue and Taum had noticed how upset I was.. they both asked me what was wrong I explained I had a mammogram earlier that day I had to go back and have another one...two in one day..... The doctor decided I needed a biopsy the following Monday on a lump they had found. Taum did the lymphatic work on my stomach and arms, and proceeded to show me how to do the breast drain on myself, which I have shown several women. I love it!!!! I believe it helped me.. from Friday evening when he showed me the breast drain I did it on myself on Saturday and Sunday I did it again on Monday morning before we went to talk to the doctor, we decided not to do the biopsy but to do surgery and take the whole entire lump out... they did another mammogram and found that it had gotten smaller from Friday's mammogram. 5 days later we did the surgery and in that 5 days time it had gone down more than what the first mammogram showed.
So in my own experience, I truly believe in the lymphatic drainage. Like I said it's one I truly use a lot and believe it has helped me... and I've seen it work on others. Taum and his work are amazing. ❤
-------------------------------------
November 8, 2007
This year, in your concern that another gifted woman had perished from breast cancer, you explained a technique that you called a "breast drain" that any woman could do to encourage drainage and removal of toxins from the breast tissue and glands. For several decades in the offices of several personal physicians (I have moved several times), I had heard expressions of concern during manual breast exams because of suspicious lumpiness within the tissue of my breasts. I would be repeatedly called back after a mammogram to have additional testing done.
A biopsy was never required but there was always the nagging sense that something needed to be carefully watched. There was also always a painfulness that I accepted as "normal". The doctors determined that I had a cystic condition in both breasts. During my most recent exam, however, after only a few months of applying the technique you explained, my doctor seemed quite pleasantly surprised that the tissue seemed much smoother. In fact, she did not mention a cystic content and even declared that the tissue condition was like that of a much younger woman. Now that is something that every older woman appreciates hearing! Best of all, the painfulness I had tried to ignore for so many years has virtually disappeared. I have passed your information along to both my daughters. So, you see, your good influence continues beyond the immediate sphere in which you do your therapeutic work.
Carol Ann
Interstitial and lymphatic homeostasis are closely interconnected and vital for maintaining the proper function of tissues and organs throughout the body.
The following provides an overview of each and their relationship:
Interstitial Homeostasis:
Interstitial fluid is the fluid that surrounds and bathes the cells in tissues.
Maintaining interstitial homeostasis involves regulating this fluid's composition, volume, and pressure to support cellular function. Key aspects of interstitial homeostasis include:
- Fluid Balance: Balancing fluid movement into and out of the interstitial space to prevent tissue swelling (edema) or dehydration.
- Nutrient and Waste Exchange: Facilitating the exchange of nutrients, gases, and waste products between blood capillaries and cells in tissues.
- Osmotic Regulation: Ensuring proper concentrations of ions and other solutes in the interstitial fluid to maintain osmotic balance and support cellular metabolism.
- pH Regulation: Maintaining appropriate pH levels in the interstitial fluid to support enzymatic activity and cellular function.
Lymphatic Homeostasis:
The lymphatic system is a network of vessels, organs, and lymphoid tissues that play a central role in immune function and fluid balance. Lymphatic homeostasis involves maintaining the proper circulation, filtration, and composition of lymph, a clear fluid derived from interstitial fluid.
Key aspects of lymphatic homeostasis include:
- Fluid Drainage: Collecting excess interstitial fluid, proteins, and waste products from tissues and returning it to the bloodstream.
- Immune Surveillance: Filtering lymph through lymph nodes to detect and eliminate pathogens, abnormal cells, and foreign substances.
- Lymphocyte Production: Producing and distributing lymphocytes (white blood cells) involved in immune responses throughout the body.
- Transport of Fats: Absorbing dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins from the intestines and transporting them to the bloodstream via the lymphatic system.
The relationship between interstitial and lymphatic homeostasis is essential for maintaining tissue health and overall physiological balance. The lymphatic system helps regulate interstitial fluid volume and composition by removing excess fluid and maintaining proper immune function. In turn, interstitial fluid dynamics impact lymphatic function, as changes in fluid balance or composition can affect lymphatic drainage and immune responses.
Disruptions in either interstitial or lymphatic homeostasis can lead to various health issues, including tissue swelling, impaired immune function, and fluid imbalance. Therefore, maintaining the proper function of both systems is crucial for overall health and well-being.
Information related to Visceral Massage.
Peristalsis is a vital, muscular process characterized by the rhythmic, coordinated contractions of the circular and longitudinal muscles in the digestive tract. These contractions create wave-like movements that propel and mix the contents, ensuring efficient digestion and transport from the esophagus to the rectum.
1. Muscle Types Involved:
- Circular Muscles: These muscles encircle the digestive tract.
- Longitudinal Muscles: These muscles run lengthwise along the digestive tract.
2. Coordinated Contractions:
- Sequential Contraction and Relaxation:
- The process starts with the circular muscles contracting behind the food bolus (a mass of chewed food).
- This contraction narrows the lumen (interior space) of the digestive tract, pushing the bolus forward.
- Longitudinal muscles then contract ahead of the bolus, shortening and widening the tract to receive the bolus.
- Following this, the circular muscles relax behind the bolus while new contractions form further along the tract.
3. Wave-like Motion:
- The combination of these muscle actions creates a wave-like motion that propels the contents through the digestive tract.
- This motion is rhythmic and occurs in a coordinated manner to ensure efficient movement and mixing of the digestive contents.
4. Peristaltic Waves:
- These are the repetitive, rhythmic contractions that create the movement.
- Each peristaltic wave pushes the contents a bit further along the tract, ensuring that food, liquid, and waste materials move from the esophagus to the stomach, through the intestines, and finally to the rectum for excretion.
Detailed Steps of Peristalsis:
1. Initiation:
- A bolus enters the esophagus, triggering the reflex of peristalsis.
2. Circular Muscle Contraction:
- Circular muscles contract behind the bolus, squeezing it forward.
3. Longitudinal Muscle Contraction:
- Longitudinal muscles contract ahead of the bolus, shortening and expanding the tract segment.
4. Relaxation Phase:
- Circular muscles relax behind the bolus, reducing resistance and allowing the next segment to prepare for the bolus.
5. Repetition:
- This process repeats in a coordinated, wave-like fashion along the length of the digestive tract.
Summary:
Peristalsis is a vital, muscular process. This class helps with this vital process.
Maintaining a healthy large and small intestine is crucial for overall well-being. Here are the benefits of having a healthy large and small intestine:
Small Intestine
1. Efficient Nutrient Absorption:
- The small intestine is primarily responsible for absorbing nutrients from digested food. A healthy small intestine ensures that essential vitamins, minerals, proteins, fats, and carbohydrates are effectively absorbed, supporting overall nutrition.
2. Strong Immune Function:
- A significant portion of the immune system is located in the gut. A healthy small intestine helps to protect the body from harmful pathogens by supporting the production of antibodies and maintaining a balanced gut microbiome.
3. Proper Digestion:
- Enzymes and bile released into the small intestine break down food into its constituent nutrients. A healthy small intestine ensures smooth digestion, preventing issues like malabsorption and gastrointestinal discomfort.
4. Balanced Gut Flora:
- The small intestine hosts beneficial bacteria that aid in digestion and nutrient absorption. A healthy balance of gut flora contributes to overall digestive health and can prevent conditions like small intestinal bacterial overgrowth (SIBO).
Large Intestine
1. Effective Waste Elimination:
- The large intestine absorbs water and salts from the remaining indigestible food matter and compacts it into stool for elimination. A healthy large intestine ensures efficient waste removal, preventing constipation and promoting regular bowel movements.
2. Gut Microbiome Balance:
- The large intestine is home to a diverse community of bacteria that play a crucial role in digestive health. A healthy microbiome helps to break down complex carbohydrates, produce vitamins (such as vitamin K and some B vitamins), and prevent the growth of harmful bacteria.
3. Reduced Risk of Diseases:
- A healthy large intestine can lower the risk of developing various gastrointestinal diseases, including colorectal cancer, diverticulitis, and inflammatory bowel diseases like Crohn's disease and ulcerative colitis.
4. Improved Mental Health:
- Emerging research suggests a strong connection between gut health and mental health. A healthy large intestine can help produce neurotransmitters like serotonin, which is often referred to as the "happy chemical," promoting better mood and mental well-being.
General Benefits of a Healthy Digestive System
1. Enhanced Energy Levels:
- Efficient digestion and nutrient absorption provide the body with the energy needed for daily activities and overall vitality.
2. Better Weight Management:
- A healthy digestive system helps regulate metabolism and can aid in maintaining a healthy weight by ensuring proper nutrient absorption and waste elimination.
3. Reduced Inflammation:
- A balanced gut microbiome can help reduce inflammation throughout the body, potentially lowering the risk of chronic inflammatory conditions.
4. Improved Skin Health:
- Healthy digestion can contribute to clearer, healthier skin by reducing the incidence of skin conditions linked to gut health, such as acne and eczema.
Maintaining a healthy diet rich in fiber, staying hydrated, exercising regularly, and avoiding excessive use of antibiotics and other medications can help support the health of both the small and large intestines.
Constipation can happen in the Lymphatic system.
For the inquiring mind, click here for more information.
Abdominal (visceral) Massage class.
All therapies share the goal of encouraging healthy movement.
This class focuses on gentle massage techniques to support healthy movement of the abdominal muscles.
This includes the Large Intestines, Small Intestines, Liver, and Cisterna Chyli.
All of which are important for digestion and immunity.
Testimonials
The most notable (and memorable) result following visceral massage is noticeable digestive and constipation relief the following day.
Those who practiced what they had learned in this class with clients, friends, or relatives reported similar responses.
Recognizing COVID's influence on everyone, clients often receive this preventative technique as part of their session to support their immune systems.
It is often requested.
It serves to remember that I work through the client's clothing.
My sessions only require clients to remove their shoes and wear non-tight clothing.
I simply work through their clothing.
Examples:
From Jeff, an automotive mechanic in Reno that I have worked on for over ten years.
"I work with people individually and within large gatherings, including conventions. Several times over the last few years, others around me have gotten sick while I have not. I credit Taum's abdominal work for that.
I now request Taum include what he calls the 'Filter drain.'
----------------------
A new client presented with swelling and inflammation surrounding a recent left knee replacement. With knowledge of the body's hydraulic system and applying hydraulic engineering principles, my hunch was the trauma of the surgery had compromised circulation and had affected his new knee. I applied the techniques and protocols for opening the gateways near his abdomen and hips. Within 10 minutes, the inflammation and swelling had noticeably decreased.
----------------------
"My session yesterday has yielded improved eliminations today. Thank you."
----------------------
Visit here to book your appointment.
Several systems in the human body process fluids.
They can all become ‘constipated.’
They include the following:
• Circulatory System: This system, which includes the heart, blood vessels, and blood, is primarily responsible for the movement of fluids, nutrients, gases, and wastes throughout the body. Blood, which can be considered a fluid, is circulated throughout the body, delivering nutrients and oxygen to cells and removing waste products.
• Digestive System: Fluids are essential in the digestive system for the digestion and absorption of food. Saliva, which is primarily water, helps with the breakdown of food. Additionally, the stomach and intestines use digestive juices and bile, which contain significant amounts of water, to further digest food. Fluids are also absorbed back into the body in the intestines.
• Urinary System: This system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra, is critical for regulating fluid balance in the body. The kidneys filter blood to remove excess waste and unwanted substances, producing urine. They also play a crucial role in regulating the volume and composition of bodily fluids.
• Lymphatic System: The lymphatic system helps maintain fluid balance by draining excess fluids from tissues and returning it to the bloodstream. It also plays a role in the immune system by transporting white blood cells and handling waste products from the cells.
• Integumentary System: Although primarily associated with the skin, this system also includes sweat glands that help regulate body temperature through the excretion of sweat. Fluids are lost through perspiration, and this loss plays a role in fluid balance and thermoregulation.
• Respiratory System: The respiratory system, while primarily responsible for gas exchange, also deals with fluids in the form of water vapor which is exhaled during respiration. Moreover, the mucous membranes lining the respiratory tract require moisture to function effectively.
These systems play vital roles in maintaining fluid balance, which is crucial for overall health and proper functioning of the body.
These systems interact closely to manage the body’s hydration levels, electrolyte balance, and the removal of wastes, illustrating the complexity and integration of bodily functions centered around fluid processing.
For the inquiring mind, click here for more information.
Stagnant is not healthy.
All therapies strive to help stuck things move.
Taum's classes help you develop your 'Educated Instinct.'
The autonomic nervous system is a component of the peripheral nervous system that regulates involuntary physiologic processes including heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, digestion, and sexual arousal. It contains three anatomically distinct divisions: sympathetic, parasympathetic, and enteric.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK539845/
Physiology of the Small Intestine.
The small intestine is a crucial part of the digestive system, responsible for the majority of nutrient absorption from the ingested food. It is a long, tube-like organ located between the stomach and the large intestine. The small intestine is divided into three sections: the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
1. Duodenum:
- The duodenum is the first and shortest part of the small intestine.
- It receives partially digested food, known as chyme, from the stomach through the pyloric sphincter.
- Bile, produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, and pancreatic juices, produced by the pancreas, enter the duodenum to aid in the digestion process.
2. Jejunum:
- The jejunum is the middle part of the small intestine.
- It is the primary site for nutrient absorption, where the majority of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are absorbed into the bloodstream.
- The walls of the jejunum contain numerous finger-like projections called villi, which increase the surface area available for absorption.
3. Ileum:
- The ileum is the final part of the small intestine, connecting to the large intestine at the ileocecal valve.
- It continues the absorption of nutrients, particularly vitamin B12 and bile salts.
- The ileocecal valve regulates the flow of material from the small intestine into the large intestine.
Key Functions:
- Nutrient Absorption: The small intestine is the primary site for the absorption of nutrients, including sugars, amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.
- Villi and Microvilli: The walls of the small intestine are lined with tiny finger-like projections called villi, which further have microvilli on their surfaces. These structures significantly increase the surface area available for nutrient absorption.
- Mucus Production: Goblet cells in the small intestine produce mucus, which helps lubricate the intestinal walls and protect them from the acidic chyme.
- Peristalsis: Peristaltic contractions propel the chyme through the small intestine, allowing for the mixing and exposure of chyme to digestive enzymes.
The coordinated activities of the small intestine, along with the contributions of the stomach, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas, play a crucial role in the digestion and absorption of nutrients essential for the body's functioning.
Physiology of the Large Intestine.
Function:
By the time indigestible materials have reached the colon, most nutrients and up to 90% of the water have been absorbed by the small intestine.
The large intestine has 3 primary functions: absorbing water and electrolytes, producing and absorbing vitamins, and forming and propelling feces toward the rectum for elimination. The role of the ascending colon is to absorb the remaining water and other key nutrients from the indigestible material, solidifying it to form stool. The descending colon stores feces that will eventually be emptied into the rectum. The sigmoid colon contracts to increase the pressure inside the colon, causing the stool to move into the rectum. The rectum holds the feces awaiting elimination by defecation.
The abdominal protocol presented in this class serves a broad spectrum that can influence everyone's overall health. (I suggest reading the testimonials.)
It is helpful to understand the importance of colon-lymphatic relationships. In our work, learning the 'feel' of the technique while connected to relevant knowledge is a powerful combination.
Our very own 'National Library of Medicine' is an excellent resource for enhancing knowledge.
This webpage serves to connect the colon-lymphatic relationship.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3064563/
I hope this serves you.
Lymphatic Anatomy and Physiology
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7394563/
Conclusion:
-------------------------------------------------
Anatomy, Thorax, Thoracic Duct.
July 2018
Hi everyone my name is Shelly Beale. I'm a licensed massage therapist in Idaho... I have known Taum for about 7 years, and I've been to several of his classes. The lymphatic drainage class is one of my favorites. I have taken this class twice and use the information a lot.
About four years ago I was taking a class with Taum... I don't remember which one but I had gone into class and was upset. My teacher Sue and Taum had noticed how upset I was.. they both asked me what was wrong I explained I had a mammogram earlier that day I had to go back and have another one...two in one day..... The doctor decided I needed a biopsy the following Monday on a lump they had found. Taum did the lymphatic work on my stomach and arms, and proceeded to show me how to do the breast drain on myself, which I have shown several women. I love it!!!! I believe it helped me.. from Friday evening when he showed me the breast drain I did it on myself on Saturday and Sunday I did it again on Monday morning before we went to talk to the doctor, we decided not to do the biopsy but to do surgery and take the whole entire lump out... they did another mammogram and found that it had gotten smaller from Friday's mammogram. 5 days later we did the surgery and in that 5 days time it had gone down more than what the first mammogram showed.
So in my own experience, I truly believe in the lymphatic drainage. Like I said it's one I truly use a lot and believe it has helped me... and I've seen it work on others. Taum and his work are amazing. ❤
-------------------------------------
November 8, 2007
This year, in your concern that another gifted woman had perished from breast cancer, you explained a technique that you called a "breast drain" that any woman could do to encourage drainage and removal of toxins from the breast tissue and glands. For several decades in the offices of several personal physicians (I have moved several times), I had heard expressions of concern during manual breast exams because of suspicious lumpiness within the tissue of my breasts. I would be repeatedly called back after a mammogram to have additional testing done.
A biopsy was never required but there was always the nagging sense that something needed to be carefully watched. There was also always a painfulness that I accepted as "normal". The doctors determined that I had a cystic condition in both breasts. During my most recent exam, however, after only a few months of applying the technique you explained, my doctor seemed quite pleasantly surprised that the tissue seemed much smoother. In fact, she did not mention a cystic content and even declared that the tissue condition was like that of a much younger woman. Now that is something that every older woman appreciates hearing! Best of all, the painfulness I had tried to ignore for so many years has virtually disappeared. I have passed your information along to both my daughters. So, you see, your good influence continues beyond the immediate sphere in which you do your therapeutic work.
Carol Ann
Interstitial and lymphatic homeostasis are closely interconnected and vital for maintaining the proper function of tissues and organs throughout the body.
The following provides an overview of each and their relationship:
Interstitial Homeostasis:
Interstitial fluid is the fluid that surrounds and bathes the cells in tissues.
Maintaining interstitial homeostasis involves regulating this fluid's composition, volume, and pressure to support cellular function. Key aspects of interstitial homeostasis include:
- Fluid Balance: Balancing fluid movement into and out of the interstitial space to prevent tissue swelling (edema) or dehydration.
- Nutrient and Waste Exchange: Facilitating the exchange of nutrients, gases, and waste products between blood capillaries and cells in tissues.
- Osmotic Regulation: Ensuring proper concentrations of ions and other solutes in the interstitial fluid to maintain osmotic balance and support cellular metabolism.
- pH Regulation: Maintaining appropriate pH levels in the interstitial fluid to support enzymatic activity and cellular function.
Lymphatic Homeostasis:
The lymphatic system is a network of vessels, organs, and lymphoid tissues that play a central role in immune function and fluid balance. Lymphatic homeostasis involves maintaining the proper circulation, filtration, and composition of lymph, a clear fluid derived from interstitial fluid.
Key aspects of lymphatic homeostasis include:
- Fluid Drainage: Collecting excess interstitial fluid, proteins, and waste products from tissues and returning it to the bloodstream.
- Immune Surveillance: Filtering lymph through lymph nodes to detect and eliminate pathogens, abnormal cells, and foreign substances.
- Lymphocyte Production: Producing and distributing lymphocytes (white blood cells) involved in immune responses throughout the body.
- Transport of Fats: Absorbing dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins from the intestines and transporting them to the bloodstream via the lymphatic system.
The relationship between interstitial and lymphatic homeostasis is essential for maintaining tissue health and overall physiological balance. The lymphatic system helps regulate interstitial fluid volume and composition by removing excess fluid and maintaining proper immune function. In turn, interstitial fluid dynamics impact lymphatic function, as changes in fluid balance or composition can affect lymphatic drainage and immune responses.
Disruptions in either interstitial or lymphatic homeostasis can lead to various health issues, including tissue swelling, impaired immune function, and fluid imbalance. Therefore, maintaining the proper function of both systems is crucial for overall health and well-being.
Constipation can happen in the Lymphatic system.
For the inquiring mind, click here for more information.
Abdominal (visceral) Massage class.
All therapies share the goal of encouraging healthy movement.
This class focuses on gentle massage techniques to support healthy movement within the viscera.
This includes the Large Intestines, Small Intestines, Liver, and Cisterna Chyli.
All are important for digestion and immunity.
For the inquiring mind, click here for more information.
Testimonials
The most notable (and memorable) result following visceral massage is noticeable digestive and constipation relief the following day.
Those who practiced what they had learned in this class with clients, friends, or relatives reported similar responses.
Recognizing COVID's influence on everyone, clients often receive this preventative technique as part of their session to support their immune systems.
It is often requested.
It serves to remember that I work through the client's clothing.
My sessions only require clients to remove their shoes and wear non-tight clothing.
I simply work through their clothing.
Examples:
From Jeff, an automotive mechanic in Reno that I have worked on for over ten years.
"I work with people individually and within large gatherings, including conventions. Several times over the last few years, others around me have gotten sick while I have not. I credit Taum's abdominal work for that.
I now request Taum include what he calls the 'Filter drain.'
----------------------
A new client presented with swelling and inflammation surrounding a recent left knee replacement. With knowledge of the body's hydraulic system and applying hydraulic engineering principles, my hunch was the trauma of the surgery had compromised circulation and had affected his new knee. I applied the techniques and protocols for opening the gateways near his abdomen and hips. Within 10 minutes, the inflammation and swelling had noticeably decreased.
----------------------
"My session yesterday has yielded improved eliminations today. Thank you."
----------------------
Visit here to book your appointment.
Several systems in the human body are involved in the processing of fluids.
They can all become ‘constipated.’
They include the following:
• Circulatory System: This system, which includes the heart, blood vessels, and blood, is primarily responsible for the movement of fluids, nutrients, gases, and wastes throughout the body. Blood, which can be considered a fluid, is circulated throughout the body, delivering nutrients and oxygen to cells and removing waste products.
• Digestive System: Fluids are essential in the digestive system for the digestion and absorption of food. Saliva, which is primarily water, helps with the breakdown of food. Additionally, the stomach and intestines use digestive juices and bile, which contain significant amounts of water, to further digest food. Fluids are also absorbed back into the body in the intestines.
• Urinary System: This system, which includes the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra, is critical for regulating fluid balance in the body. The kidneys filter blood to remove excess waste and unwanted substances, producing urine. They also play a crucial role in regulating the volume and composition of bodily fluids.
• Lymphatic System: The lymphatic system helps maintain fluid balance by draining excess fluids from tissues and returning it to the bloodstream. It also plays a role in the immune system by transporting white blood cells and handling waste products from the cells.
• Integumentary System: Although primarily associated with the skin, this system also includes sweat glands that help regulate body temperature through the excretion of sweat. Fluids are lost through perspiration, and this loss plays a role in fluid balance and thermoregulation.
• Respiratory System: The respiratory system, while primarily responsible for gas exchange, also deals with fluids in the form of water vapor which is exhaled during respiration. Moreover, the mucous membranes lining the respiratory tract require moisture to function effectively.
These systems play vital roles in maintaining fluid balance, which is crucial for overall health and proper functioning of the body.
These systems interact closely to manage the body’s hydration levels, electrolyte balance, and the removal of wastes, illustrating the complexity and integration of bodily functions centered around fluid processing.
The autonomic nervous system is a component of the peripheral nervous system that regulates involuntary physiologic processes including heart rate, blood pressure, respiration, digestion, and sexual arousal. It contains three anatomically distinct divisions: sympathetic, parasympathetic, and enteric.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK539845/
Physiology of the Small Intestine.
The small intestine is a crucial part of the digestive system, responsible for the majority of nutrient absorption from the ingested food. It is a long, tube-like organ located between the stomach and the large intestine. The small intestine is divided into three sections: the duodenum, jejunum, and ileum.
1. Duodenum:
- The duodenum is the first and shortest part of the small intestine.
- It receives partially digested food, known as chyme, from the stomach through the pyloric sphincter.
- Bile, produced by the liver and stored in the gallbladder, and pancreatic juices, produced by the pancreas, enter the duodenum to aid in the digestion process.
2. Jejunum:
- The jejunum is the middle part of the small intestine.
- It is the primary site for nutrient absorption, where the majority of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats are absorbed into the bloodstream.
- The walls of the jejunum contain numerous finger-like projections called villi, which increase the surface area available for absorption.
3. Ileum:
- The ileum is the final part of the small intestine, connecting to the large intestine at the ileocecal valve.
- It continues the absorption of nutrients, particularly vitamin B12 and bile salts.
- The ileocecal valve regulates the flow of material from the small intestine into the large intestine.
Key Functions:
- Nutrient Absorption: The small intestine is the primary site for the absorption of nutrients, including sugars, amino acids, fatty acids, vitamins, and minerals.
- Villi and Microvilli: The walls of the small intestine are lined with tiny finger-like projections called villi, which further have microvilli on their surfaces. These structures significantly increase the surface area available for nutrient absorption.
- Mucus Production: Goblet cells in the small intestine produce mucus, which helps lubricate the intestinal walls and protect them from the acidic chyme.
- Peristalsis: Peristaltic contractions propel the chyme through the small intestine, allowing for the mixing and exposure of chyme to digestive enzymes.
The coordinated activities of the small intestine, along with the contributions of the stomach, liver, gallbladder, and pancreas, play a crucial role in the digestion and absorption of nutrients essential for the body's functioning.
Physiology of the Large Intestine.
Function:
By the time indigestible materials have reached the colon, most nutrients and up to 90% of the water have been absorbed by the small intestine.
The large intestine has 3 primary functions: absorbing water and electrolytes, producing and absorbing vitamins, and forming and propelling feces toward the rectum for elimination. The role of the ascending colon is to absorb the remaining water and other key nutrients from the indigestible material, solidifying it to form stool. The descending colon stores feces that will eventually be emptied into the rectum. The sigmoid colon contracts to increase the pressure inside the colon, causing the stool to move into the rectum. The rectum holds the feces awaiting elimination by defecation.
The abdominal protocol presented in this class serves a broad spectrum that can influence everyone's overall health. (I suggest reading the testimonials.)
It is helpful to understand the importance of colon-lymphatic relationships. In our work, learning the 'feel' of the technique while connected to relevant knowledge is a powerful combination.
Our very own 'National Library of Medicine' is an excellent resource for enhancing knowledge.
This webpage serves to connect the colon-lymphatic relationship.
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3064563/
I hope this serves you.
Lymphatic Anatomy and Physiology
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7394563/
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Anatomy, Thorax, Thoracic Duct.
July 2018
Hi everyone my name is Shelly Beale. I'm a licensed massage therapist in Idaho... I have known Taum for about 7 years, and I've been to several of his classes. The lymphatic drainage class is one of my favorites. I have taken this class twice and use the information a lot.
About four years ago I was taking a class with Taum... I don't remember which one but I had gone into class and was upset. My teacher Sue and Taum had noticed how upset I was.. they both asked me what was wrong I explained I had a mammogram earlier that day I had to go back and have another one...two in one day..... The doctor decided I needed a biopsy the following Monday on a lump they had found. Taum did the lymphatic work on my stomach and arms, and proceeded to show me how to do the breast drain on myself, which I have shown several women. I love it!!!! I believe it helped me.. from Friday evening when he showed me the breast drain I did it on myself on Saturday and Sunday I did it again on Monday morning before we went to talk to the doctor, we decided not to do the biopsy but to do surgery and take the whole entire lump out... they did another mammogram and found that it had gotten smaller from Friday's mammogram. 5 days later we did the surgery and in that 5 days time it had gone down more than what the first mammogram showed.
So in my own experience, I truly believe in the lymphatic drainage. Like I said it's one I truly use a lot and believe it has helped me... and I've seen it work on others. Taum and his work are amazing. ❤
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November 8, 2007
This year, in your concern that another gifted woman had perished from breast cancer, you explained a technique that you called a "breast drain" that any woman could do to encourage drainage and removal of toxins from the breast tissue and glands. For several decades in the offices of several personal physicians (I have moved several times), I had heard expressions of concern during manual breast exams because of suspicious lumpiness within the tissue of my breasts. I would be repeatedly called back after a mammogram to have additional testing done.
A biopsy was never required but there was always the nagging sense that something needed to be carefully watched. There was also always a painfulness that I accepted as "normal". The doctors determined that I had a cystic condition in both breasts. During my most recent exam, however, after only a few months of applying the technique you explained, my doctor seemed quite pleasantly surprised that the tissue seemed much smoother. In fact, she did not mention a cystic content and even declared that the tissue condition was like that of a much younger woman. Now that is something that every older woman appreciates hearing! Best of all, the painfulness I had tried to ignore for so many years has virtually disappeared. I have passed your information along to both my daughters. So, you see, your good influence continues beyond the immediate sphere in which you do your therapeutic work.
Carol Ann
Interstitial and lymphatic homeostasis are closely interconnected and vital for maintaining the proper function of tissues and organs throughout the body.
The following provides an overview of each and their relationship:
Interstitial Homeostasis:
Interstitial fluid is the fluid that surrounds and bathes the cells in tissues.
Maintaining interstitial homeostasis involves regulating this fluid's composition, volume, and pressure to support cellular function. Key aspects of interstitial homeostasis include:
- Fluid Balance: Balancing fluid movement into and out of the interstitial space to prevent tissue swelling (edema) or dehydration.
- Nutrient and Waste Exchange: Facilitating the exchange of nutrients, gases, and waste products between blood capillaries and cells in tissues.
- Osmotic Regulation: Ensuring proper concentrations of ions and other solutes in the interstitial fluid to maintain osmotic balance and support cellular metabolism.
- pH Regulation: Maintaining appropriate pH levels in the interstitial fluid to support enzymatic activity and cellular function.
Lymphatic Homeostasis:
The lymphatic system is a network of vessels, organs, and lymphoid tissues that play a central role in immune function and fluid balance. Lymphatic homeostasis involves maintaining the proper circulation, filtration, and composition of lymph, a clear fluid derived from interstitial fluid.
Key aspects of lymphatic homeostasis include:
- Fluid Drainage: Collecting excess interstitial fluid, proteins, and waste products from tissues and returning it to the bloodstream.
- Immune Surveillance: Filtering lymph through lymph nodes to detect and eliminate pathogens, abnormal cells, and foreign substances.
- Lymphocyte Production: Producing and distributing lymphocytes (white blood cells) involved in immune responses throughout the body.
- Transport of Fats: Absorbing dietary fats and fat-soluble vitamins from the intestines and transporting them to the bloodstream via the lymphatic system.
The relationship between interstitial and lymphatic homeostasis is essential for maintaining tissue health and overall physiological balance. The lymphatic system helps regulate interstitial fluid volume and composition by removing excess fluid and maintaining proper immune function. In turn, interstitial fluid dynamics impact lymphatic function, as changes in fluid balance or composition can affect lymphatic drainage and immune responses.
Disruptions in either interstitial or lymphatic homeostasis can lead to various health issues, including tissue swelling, impaired immune function, and fluid imbalance. Therefore, maintaining the proper function of both systems is crucial for overall health and well-being.
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