Craniosacral massage therapy non-invasively applies gentle pressure to examine membranes and the movement of fluids in and around the central nervous system. It relieves compression in the bones in the head, sacrum or triangular bone in the lower back, the spinal column, and cerebrospinal fluid, boosting overall health and well-being by relieving stress and pain in these regions with light compression. Craniosacral therapy can help treat and address a variety of conditions, including chronic pain, fibromyalgia, migraines, headaches, complex regional pain syndrome, fascial adhesions, scoliosis, neuralgia, neurodegenerative diseases, stroke, post-concussion syndrome, speech impairment, irritable bowel syndrome, insomnia, sinus infections, TMJ, trauma recovery, mood disorders, and epilepsy.
Craniosacral therapy is an important therapeutic approach to improving whole-body health through the craniosacral system, which consists of membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that envelopes and protects the brain, spinal cord, and bones.
The system plays an integral role in the healthy, holistic functioning of the human body to address imbalances, boost immunity, and eliminate pain. Craniosacral Therapy is derived from osteopathic manipulative treatment with minimal adverse side effects, as physical manipulation or forceful adjustments of the body are not used as part of the treatment. It can help to provide relief for a variety of conditions by improving the functioning of the central nervous system.
However, there are a few conditions when the treatment may not be appropriate. If you have experienced a recent concussion, cerebral swelling, structural defects in the cerebellum, brain aneurysm, traumatic brain injury, blood clots, or any disorder that causes instability of cerebral fluid pressure, flow, or build-up, discuss this with our team before making an appointment.
The complementary adjunct to physiotherapy may be used as an alternative to medications to treat chronic musculoskeletal pain. Craniosacral therapy is very helpful for many different health conditions. It can help with any type of nervous system disorder, including anxiety and depression, to chronic pain issues like insomnia or stress-related disorders. First, you will lie on a comfortable massage table as you would during a massage.
