What is CranioSacral Therapy

CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle, non-invasive, hands-on Osteopathic technique that originated over 100 years ago from the work of Dr. William Sutherland, DO, and was further developed by Dr. John Upledger, DO.

The basic osteopathic principle of CST is that the body is interconnected through a fascial system which has a constant and subtle movement. The movement, or rhythm, has 6-12 cycles per minute, which occur in response to the production and absorption of cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) fluctuations. CSF is produced by the brain and is contained within the membranes of the brain and spinal cord. CSF pressure changes create a subtle whole body movement which is especially noticeable at the cranium (head) and sacrum (bottom of spine).

A CST practitioner uses his or her hands to finely discriminate the subtle movements of the body and detect disturbances in the fascial rhythm, which can be used to identify areas of dysfunction anywhere in the body. A skilled practitioner can detect and release any dysfunctions, distortions, or constraints in the cranial bones or surrounding soft tissue. CST treatment is aimed at restoring full CST movement patterns and releasing dysfunctional or abnormal tensions within the body.

Benefits of CranioSacral Therapy

CST is an effective treatment approach for chronic pain patterns, as well as for neurological and traumatic injuries.

It has proven to be beneficial in the treatment of:

  • Traumatic birth
  • Breastfeeding problems
  • Colic/reflux
  • PlagioCephaly (Asymmetrical head in the infant)
  • Torticollis
  • Learning disabilities
  • Developmental delays
  • ADD/ADHD
  • Autism and Autism spectrum
  • Temporal Mandibular Joint (Jaw) Problems,
  • Excessive Fatigue
  • Tinnitus
  • Headaches
  • Soft tissue Dysfunction
  • Head injury and Concussion
  • Cranial Nerve dysfunction (ie: Bell’s Palsy)
  • and many other pain and neurological conditions.
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