What does the primary respiratory mechanism refer to in OCMM?

• A. The innate (inherent) interconnected movement of every tissue and structure of the body
• B. The rhythmic movement of the lungs only
• C. The circulatory pulsations of the brain
• D. The voluntary movement of the cranial bones

Answer: (A)

The primary respiratory mechanism is about an inherent, involuntary, whole-body motion that is coordinated through the nervous system and its protective membranes, with cerebrospinal fluid fluctuations driving subtle, synchronized movement. In OCMM, this means the cranial bones, sacrum, and associated structures all participate in a unified, global motion transmitted through the dural membranes and fascia. That’s why the best choice describes an innate interconnected movement of every tissue and structure of the body—the motion isn’t limited to the lungs, nor a specific brain pulse, nor a voluntary cranial movement.