Massage Therapy at the Studio - CranioSacral Therapy

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CranioSacral Therapy

What is the Craniosacral System

CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, non-invasive approach that focuses on the CranioSacral system of the body. This system consists of the bones of the cranium; the skull, face and mouth and extends down to the sacrum, or tailbone. Circulating within this system is a fluid called cerebrospinal fluid which provides nutrients for your brain and spinal cord. This system plays a vital role in maintaining the environment in which the central nervous system functions. Since the brain and spinal cord are contained in the central nervous system it is easy to see that the CranioSacral system has a powerful influence over a wide variety of bodily functions.

What happens in a session

The client lies clothed on a table while a trained therapist evaluates for movement in various parts of the system. The therapist will generally begin at the feet and move up the body to the head testing the CranioSacral rhythm at different points. Seldom does the therapist apply pressure which exceeds 5 grams, or the weight of a nickel. The CST therapist works with the patient to assist the body's self-correcting mechanisms and to help the body release restrictions which it has been unable to overcome on its own. These restrictions inhibit the body's normal self-correcting tendencies. Rather than deciding how these changes should be made, the therapist follows cues from the body on how to proceed. When the therapist follows this gently approach, the method is extremely safe and effective.

What can CranioSacral therapy do

For over 30 years, CranioSacral therapy has been shown to be effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and loss of function including; migraines, headaches, chronic neck and back pain, chronic fatigue, TMJ syndrome and many other conditions. This therapy has been effective in evaluating and treating problems associated with pain and dysfunction, lowered vitality and recurring infections. While the focus of CST is to uncover the source of the problem, symptom relief is also achieved.

The length of time and number of sessions needed is variable and depends, among other factors, on the complex layers of injury and trauma that may mask the original cause of the problem as well as the body's defense mechanisms. Due to its gentleness and effectiveness, many people include CST as a component in their personal wellness program. They report having more energy, sleeping better and being sick less often. Due to its influence on many body functions, CST is being used by various health care professionals including osteopathic physicians, medical doctors, naturopathic doctors, chiropractors, physical therapists, dentists, speech therapists and registered massage therapists

Contraindications

Unlike many therapies, CST is indicated for almost any condition. For those clients who cannot tolerate changes in intracranial pressure, (such as with aneurysm or intracranial hemorrhage), changes in intracranial fluid pressure might be detrimental. If you are unsure, check with your doctor.

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