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Volume 101 Issue 3

Issue of Journal of Osteopathic Medicine

Contents
Journal Overview

New and noteworthy

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AOA Bureau of Research provides retrospective on 2000 Research Conference

B Rubin, R Rose

Page range: 154-155

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Editorial

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Going global with osteopathic medicine

DA Smith

Page range: 156-159

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Original contributions

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Cranial rhythmic impulse related to the Traube-Hering-Mayer oscillation: comparing laser-Doppler flowmetry and palpation

KE Nelson, N Sergueef, CM Lipinski, AR Chapman, T Glonek

Page range: 163-173

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Abstract

The primary respiratory mechanism (PRM) as manifested by the cranial rhythmic impulse (CRI), a fundamental concept to cranial osteopathy, and the Traube-Hering-Mayer (THM) oscillation bear a striking resemblance to one another. Because of this, the authors developed a protocol to simultaneously measure both phenomena. Statistical comparisons demonstrated that the CRI is palpably concomitant with the low-frequency fluctuations of the THM oscillation as measured with the Transonic Systems BLF 21 Perfusion Monitor laser-Doppler flowmeter. This opens new potential explanations for the basic theoretical concepts of the physiologic mechanism of the PRM/CRI and cranial therapy. Comparison of the PRM/CRI with current understanding of the physiology of the THM oscillation is therefore warranted. Additionally, the recognition that these phenomena can be simultaneously monitored and recorded creates a new opportunity for further research into what is distinctive about the science and practice of osteopathic medicine.

Special communications

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Researched and demonstrated: inquiry and infrastructure at osteopathic institutions

N Gevitz

Page range: 174-179

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Case reports

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Non-Hodgkin's lymphoma in a patient with human immunodeficiency virus

M Mahmoudi, D Condolucci, N Freed

Page range: 179-182

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Abstract

A 38-year-old woman with human immunodeficiency virus who was recently diagnosed with gastric ulcer presented to the hospital with nausea and vomiting of 1 month's duration. Work-up of patient led to a diagnosis of diffuse, large B-cell non-Hodgkin's lymphoma. The patient underwent six cycles of chemotherapy, and repeated endoscopy and biopsy failed to reveal malignancy. She remains in remission 23 months posttreatment. Management of patients with human immunodeficiency virus and concurrent malignancy remains a challenge. The primary care physician plays a central role by collaborating with infectious disease and oncologist specialists to formulate a management plan.

Special reprints

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Functional thinking in osteopathy

MM Patterson

Page range: 183-183

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The somatic components of disease. 1956

RN MacBain

Page range: 184-190

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Functional technic in osteopathic manipulative treatment. 1956

HV Hoover

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Departments

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Federal update

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Editorial comments

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About this journal

The Journal of Osteopathic Medicine, founded in 1901 and known for 119 years as the Journal of the American Osteopathic Association, is the premier scholarly, peer-reviewed publication of the osteopathic medical profession. The mission of JOM is to serve as an international forum for the dissemination of scientific literature that incorporates an integrative, comprehensive, patient-centered approach to clinical care and improving health. JOM conducts double-blind peer review of academic research manuscripts from a wide variety of medical specialties, covering the full spectrum of clinical settings in which osteopathic physicians practice. All submissions are vetted by a distinguished group of Section Editors led by Editor-in-Chief Ross Zafonte, DO, and supported by a full Editorial Board.

JOM publishes original research, narrative and systematic review articles (including meta-analyses), clinical practice descriptions, and a very limited number of case reports, all of which are described fully in our Instructions for Authors. JOM is particularly interested in original scientific research that provides quantitative analysis of and contributes significantly to the evidence base underpinning current practices in osteopathic medicine, including but not limited to neuromusculoskeletal medicine. We also accept research submissions documenting trends and changes in education for osteopathic medical students. The ultimate focus of all material published in JOM is to support, enhance, and advance patient care through evidence.