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CranioSacral Therapy

What is CranioSacral Therapy?
CranioSacral therapy is a gentle hands on technique that balances and frees the tissues that surround the central nervous system.  The brain and spinal cord are surrounded by cerebrospinal fluid.  The fluid has a rhythm that can become impacted by changes in the bones of the head (cranium) or at the base of the spine (sacrum).  A free flowing CranioSacral system is directly related to your overall well being.  Restrictions can cause dysfunction or diseases in the body.  The therapist balances the restrictions and restores natural motion.  Client’s will have a sense of clarity, deep relaxation, and well being after a session.

Who can benefit from a session?
Everyone can benefit from a CranioSacral session, all ages.  Clients between the ages of 3 weeks old to 96 years old have been treated.  CranioSacral therapy is increasingly used as a preventative health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease.  It is also effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction, including:

• Autism
• Headaches/migraines
• Chronic fatigue
• Sinus pressure
• Stress related problems
• People who have had falls
• Car accident injuries; whiplash
• Neck and back pain
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome
• Learning Disabilities
• Emotional Difficulties
• Fibromyalgia / Connective Tissue Disorders

What can I expect from a CranioSacral session?
You will fill out a health history form upon arrival.  You will review your past and present medical history with your therapist. Your specific needs will be noted.  You will remain fully clothed.  You will lie down on your back with a foam roll placed under your knees.  Your CranioSacral rhythm will be assessed and balanced with light touch.  A session will last about 45 minutes.  Comfortable loose fitting clothes should be worn.

Are there any side effects?
During the treatment, you may experience a variety of different sensations that include extreme relaxation, (you may even fall asleep), temperature changes, increased energy and immediate pain relief.  In some cases, images, emotions and memories may arise.  However, in an atmosphere of deep relaxation and safety, they are easily processed and released.  On occasion, clients may feel lightheaded upon sitting after a session.  Drink plenty of water post session to flush out any toxins which were released.