Cranial Sacral Therapy

Cranial Sacral Therapy (also known as Craniosacral therapy) is a gentle method that works with the bones of the skull, spine and sacrum to address imbalances and distortions happening in the body. It works in conjunction with the natural rhythm of the flow of Cerebro-spinal fluid within the head and spine.

Cranial Sacral Therapy enables the body to naturally heal and find relief from negative results of stress, which affect the body’s central nervous system.  The Craniosacral system is a physiological body system that sustains the surroundings within which the central nervous system functions.  Through using a light touch, the therapist can monitor the craniosacral rhythm produced throughout the body.
At the discovery of an obstruction, the therapist can support the body to heal, by aiding the natural movement of fluid and related tissue, to remove a restriction, this straightforward technique is usually all that is needed to eliminate an obstruction and aid the natural healing process.  The Craniosacral system has considerable influence on the endocrine system which regulates our hormones, moods and the chemical balance within our bodies.
This therapy when used in combination with mind and body techniques, aids the body to achieve homeostasis (balance).  Moreover by improving the flow of fluids through the Cranial Sacral system, alleviation of neurological, physical and emotional problems can be achieved.

 Labeled bones of skull

Craniosacral Therapy may benefit the following physical and mental conditions:

  • Adolescent Scoliosis
  • Arthritis
  • Anxiety         
  • Autism   
  • Back Pain    
  • Birth Trauma    
  • Bladder Conditions        
  • Bone Disorders        
  • Respiratory Concerns
  • Cerebral Palsy            
  • Chronic Fatigue            
  • Jaw/TMJ Problems
  • Depression
  • Digestive Issues
  • Dyslexia        
  • Fluid Retention    
  • Stress – Emotional/Physical
  • Habitual Behaviours
  • Headaches
  • Hormonal Problems
  • Hyperactivity
  • Hypertension
  • Immune System Dysfunction
  • Hormonal Imbalances
  • Insomnia
  • Joint Pain
  • Menstrual Pain
  • Migraines
  • Multiple Sclerosis (MS)
  • Muscular Pain
  • Neck Pain
  • Neuralgia
  • Sciatica
  • Sinusitis
  • Sprains/Strains
  • Stress – Emotional/Physical
  • Tinnitus
  • Whiplash Injuries

(some conditions, like whiplash, require a doctor’s clearance first)

 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY SESSIONS

During the session the therapist will ask that you lay fully clothed on the treatment table.  The therapist uses their hands to listen to the body’s inherent movement, pulsations, health rhythms, resistance and any patterns of congestion.
The client during the treatment may feel energy movements or the gentle re-aligning of organs or bones.  These feelings are normal, as the body begins the process of returning to health and balance or the client may experience a feeling of deep relaxation, as it is a reaction of what the body needs at that moment.
Craniosacral therapy works with the client and progresses, with the individual in mind, allowing the body to set the pace.  This therapy and the techniques are deeply relaxing and aid the body’s natural healing processes, with the potential of increasing physical vitality and wellbeing, it also supports pain relief and promotes organs, musculoskeletal and nervous systems to heal and maintain stability.
At the end of the session a feeling of being dazed but revitalized may occur.

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