CranioSacral Therapy
Introduction
Craniosacral Therapy is a hands-on therapy that has its roots in Osteopathy. It has since developed into a powerful and comprehensive treatment in its own right. In the early 1900s Andrew Taylor Still developed the science of Osteopathy. One of his students, William Garner Sutherland, further developed his work and founded the beginnings of Craniosacral Therapy (CST). Because of this early connection, CST is very much grounded in the anatomy and physiology of the body. William Garner Sutherland discovered that all the structures of the body — such as the bones, muscles, tendons and ligaments along with the nervous system — express a subtle rhythmic motion, much in the same way that the lungs breathe in a rhythm. It is this rhythm that the trained practitioner can feel with a light, listening touch. This gives the practitioner a great deal of information about the patient. For example, if the client has a problem with their knee the therapist will assess the problem and through subtle manipulation bring the bones, muscles and tendons back into alignment.
What will I experience during a session?
You do not need to remove any clothes for treatment; it is helpful to wear loose and comfortable clothing and for women to wear trousers. Typically you will be treated lying on a comfortable, cushioned treatment table. The touch is light and gentle and not invasive. Often treatments are relaxing and soothing.
What conditions is Craniosacral Therapy useful for?
Craniosacral Therapy is often beneficial for many conditions such as:
- Joint and back problems
- Digestive problems such as IBS
- Hyperactivity and behaviour problems in children
- Whiplash injuries
- Problems after operations or injuries
- Migraine
- Exhaustion
- Stress related illnesses
Who can benefit from Craniosacral Therapy?
Craniosacral therapy is suitable for children and adults, as well as the elderly and people in fragile or acutely painful conditions. It can help people with stressful lives, chronic disease, emotional or psychological unease, or simply enhance well-being and vitality.