CranioSacral Therapy is a form of bodywork or alternative therapy using gentle touch to palpate the synarthrodial joints of the cranium. A practitioner of cranial-sacral therapy may also apply light touches to a patient's spine and pelvic bones.
Benefits of CranioSacral Therapy
CranioSacral therapy strengthens a body’s ability to take better care of itself. It can help individuals cope with a range of illnesses, pain and dysfunction, including:
Migraines and headaches
Chronic neck and back pain
Motor-coordination impairments
Stress and tension-related problems
Infantile disorders
Traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries
Chronic fatigue
Alternative treatment for scoliosis
Central nervous system disorders
Emotional difficulties
Temporomandibular joint (TMJ) syndrome
Learning disabilities
Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Orthopedic problems