CranioSacral Therapy and Chronic Pain Syndromes
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CST is well known for its positive results as both a primary and adjunctive treatment modality for a wide variety of conditions. Research conducted at Michigan State University in the mid 1970’s proved the existence of the CranioSacral system and its effect on health and disease. The following is a partial list of chronic pain syndromes that have shown observable positive results to CST.
Arthritis – CST releases muscle tension and enhances range of motion, contributing to joint rejuvenation.
Headache Syndromes – CST addresses underlying causes of migraine, tension, fluid congestion, and hormonally-induced headaches. Immobility of the cranial bones along the sutural lines can be a contributing factor to migraines. Autonomic and neuromusculoskeletal dysfunctions are contributing causes which can be effectively treated with CST.
Pain Syndromes – Myofascial, neuromusculoskeletal, and nerve pain syndromes show positive results to CST. Due to its positive effects on the autonomic nervous system, fluid exchange, and the desensitization of facilitated spinal segments, CST contributes to reducing pain levels found in chronic neck and back pain.
Spinal Dysfunctions – Scoliosis, disc compression, lower-back pain, and post-op complications have shown positive outcomes with CST. CST is effective in addressing underlying biomechanical, neurogenic, and facilitated segment causes to pain.
Temperomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ) – This discoordination of the lower jaw (mandible) may originate from restrictions of the temporal bones on each side of the head which is part of the craniosacral system. Other causes can include tension headaches, jaw clenching, whiplash, or misalignment of the teeth. CST is known to be highly effective at identifying and alleviating the problems which cause TMJ.
A hands-on CST evaluation is required to determine if CST is an appropriate treatment approach and to recommend a treatment plan. The number of sessions to achieve results depends on the complexity of the problem and the health condition of the individual.