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| How does Craniosacral
Therapy work? |
Craniosacral Therapy works
by helping the body's natural healing mechanisms dissipate
the negative effects of stress on the central nervous
system.
This is accomplished through utilising a physiological
body system called the craniosacral system, which maintains
the environment in which the central nervous system
functions. It consists of the membranes and cerebrospinal
fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal
cord, extending from the bones of the skull, face and
mouth (which make up the cranium) down to the tailbone
area (or sacrum). The role of this system in the development
and performance of the brain and spinal cord is so vital
that an imbalance or dysfunction in it can cause sensory,
motor and/or neurological disabilities.
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| Like the pulse of
the cardiovascular system, the craniosacral system
has a rhythm that can be felt throughout the body.
Using a touch generally no heavier than the weight
of a nickel, skilled practitioners can monitor
this rhythm at key body points to pinpoint the
source of an obstruction or stress. Once a source
has been determined, they can assist the natural
movement of the fluid and related soft tissue
to help the body self-correct. This simple action
is often all it takes to remove a restriction.
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What are the goals of CranioSacral Therapy?
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| Craniosacral fluid
needs to flow smoothly so that it can nourish
and balance the central nervous system. Encouraging
the proper pumping and flow of CSF (cerebro-spinal
fluid) to keep the rhythm steady and optimal is
one of the main goals of CST. Establishing natural
rhythm within the craniosacral system improves
the functioning of the central nervous system
(brain and spinal cord), which it surrounds.
Keeping the brain and the nerves of the spinal
cord humming smoothly is vital to the functioning
of the whole mind-body system. Because the craniosacral
system also surrounds and stimulates the pituitary
and pineal glands, it has an enormous impact
on the endocrine system, which controls our
hormones, the chemical balance in our bodies,
and our moods. Regulating the craniosacral system
with craniosacral therapy and mindbody techniques
paves the way for establishing balance throughout
the entire person.
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