CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY

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Stemming from Cranial Osteopathy, CranioSacral therapy (CST) is a gentle, non-invasive yet profound hands-on bodywork that examines the membranes and movement of cerebrospinal fluid in and around the central nervous system which in turn affects the whole body and its systems (e.g. muscular, skeletal, digestive, respiratory, cardiovascular, endocrine, reproductive). The therapist palpates and determines the areas of dysfunction in the body and using a light touch enables the body to release any restrictions in the fascia, muscles, bones and meningeal membranes. 

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CST can help with a wide range of problems including acute and chronic pain, migraine headache, nervous system dysfunctions, neurodegenerative diseases, stroke, facial and head trauma, TMJ problems, whiplash, menstrual problems, skeleto-muscular issues, slipped discs, trapped nerves, speech problems, breathing difficulties,  digestive problems, autoimmune dysfunctions, Long Covid and many others. It may provide relief from the side effects of cancer treatment, help to recovery during and after illness, trauma or injury.

 

Because CST directly works with our nervous system, deeper emotional issues and cognitive functions, stress, anxiety and PTSD might be addressed and improved during the treatment. CST balances our autonomic nervous system, triggers the parasympathetic branch (rest and digest - where healing can occur), activates the vagus nerve and can induce a deep state of  physical and mental relaxation. 

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CST is thought to improve efficiency of biological processes through boosting inherent self-regulation, self-correction and self-healing. The therapy can be used successfully with adults, children, babies, elderly, people with learning difficulties and it is safe in pregnancy.

 

Craniosacral Therapy can address all levels of our being - the physical, energetic, mental-emotional and spiritual.  As well as helping to improve the physical ailments, CST can help to remove energy blockages, improve energy flow, release unexpressed emotions, help to heal physical and emotional trauma, give a new direction in life situations, improve interpersonal relationships and even induce alternate state of consciousness.

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When we introduce psychotherapy elements into Craniosacral Theapy we dive deeper into holistic treatment called SomatoEmotional Release (SER).  Please read more about SomatoEmotional release therapy in the drop down menu.