Craniosacral therapy involves applying gentle pressure and manipulation to the joints in the skull, spine, and parts of the pelvis. This light touch is said to affect the pressure and circulation of cerebral spinal fluid, which is the fluid around the brain and spinal cord.
The goal of craniosacral therapy is to help get rid of restrictions in this system to improve the functioning of the central nervous system.
Throughout the session the therapist will lightly touch the body with placing hands on various areas, primarily the head, spine, and pelvic region. This allows the therapist to assess problem areas.
Once assessed, the therapist will gently manipulate the problem area, holding it lightly until the “fascia” – the body’s connective tissue – releases the tension.
At times, the therapist may also support a limb or your spine so that tension can be discharged. The manipulation techniques used in CST are much like receiving a gentle massage.
Benefits of Craniosacral Therapy
*Please note that Jessica uses Craniosacral Therapy in her practice for adults as a form of deeper relaxation and does not use it as treatment for specific illnesses or conditions.
Effecting illness and dysfunction, including chronic pain, central nervous system disorders, head and neck pain, TMJ dysfunction, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, seizure disorders, hormonal imbalances, chronic sinusitis, and more- Improved functioning of the autonomic nervous system, enabling the body to respond more effectively to stress
- Improved immune system function
- Release of tissue and bone restrictions, improving mobility
- Tension release
- Pain alleviation
- Energy flow
- Overall relaxation and revitalization
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