Craniosacral is a subtle, yet highly effective form of bodywork. Reduction in chronic pain, stress, skeletal misalignment and neurological distress are the focus for this gentle therapy. This system has specific emphasis on the torso from the head (cranium) to the hip (sacrum), initiating correction and returning balance to your body.
Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the functioning of your physiological body system called the craniosacral system - comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect your brain and spinal cord.
Using a soft touch, generally no greater than 5 grams or about the weight of a nickel, practitioners release restrictions in the craniosacral system to improve the functioning of the central nervous system.
By complementing the body's natural healing processes, Craniosacral Therapy is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction, including: