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Craniosacral Therapy

Craniosacral therapy developed from the work of an American osteopath, Dr William Sutherland in the early 1900s. He discovered intrinsic movements of the bones in the head and his further research revealed different rhythms in the body. As a result of detailed clinical observation it has become clear that these movements, which can be measured with delicate scientific instruments, are a direct expression of health and offer a way of working with the physical as well as the more subtle aspects of life.

These movements can be linked to mental, emotional and physical health. A limitation or absence of the movements implies a reduction in the expression of health which may result in, for example, numbness, a sense of something missing or disease. Craniosacral Therapy is a very gentle process whereby it is possible to contact the membranes, bones, fluids and the layers of fine connective tissue (fascia) facilitating the release of tensions within these structures. As tension in one structure affects those surrounding it, craniosacral therapy becomes a deeply relaxing and holistic experience.

 

It can be as intense as it is gentle, or sometimes you do not notice any difference for a day or two, others feel change immediately. Someone once said it feels like a shadow they didn't know was there has disappeared.