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Osteopath Dr. William Sutherland created the modality we refer to as cranial osteopathy or craniosacral therapy a form of alternative therapy developed in the 1930s when he realized that there is a small degree of motion that occurs in the skull with relationship to the tissues and cerebrospinal fluid (CSF) the central nervous system. The craniosacral system includes the structures of the central nervous system including the skull, the cranial sutures, the cerebrospinal fluid, membranes of the brain and the vertebrae, spinal cord and the sacrum.

That allows the cerebrospinal fluid to move or “breathe,” pulsing within the whole body through :

• musculoskeletal system

• vascular system

• Lymphatic system

• Fascial System

• sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

Trauma can be anywhere within the body and can impact the craniosacral system, restricting normal movement and inhibiting the pulse of the fluids. It is believed that the normal rhythm can be interrupted by all kinds of trauma, including:

 

• during birth

• childhood injuries

• repetitive motion injuries

• car accidents

• falling accidents

• injuries and sugeries

• and even from stressful events.

 

CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a soft touch, hands-on approach using a series of gentle techniques which is generally very light no greater than 5 grams - about the weight of a nickel to remove blocks, releases tensions deep in the body and restore this subtle movement, or pulse, in the central nervous system. Which was pioneered and developed by Osteopathic Physician John E. Upledger after years of clinical testing and research at Michigan State University where he served as professor of biomechanics. Craniosacral Therapy is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and it's effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction.

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*Client will be dressed  during treatmnet. Also Note: Unfortunately MOT cannot be direct billed, so you must reach out to your insurance / Benefit provider to confirm coverage. Please see billing page for more info.

 

This practice has been characterized as quackery, assisting both children and adults:

• ADHD

• Depression

• Learning disabilities

• Concussions

• Digestive issue

• Headaches/migraines

• Spinal decompression

• Unresolved & Medically Unexplained Pain

• Insomnia & Sleep Disturbance

• Whiplash

• Arthritis treatment

• Sports injury treatment

• Chronic neck/back/hip/wrist/elbow/shoulder/ankle pain

• And More