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Craniosacral Therapy

What is 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.

How does it work?

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.

Can it help me or my baby/child?

Craniosacral therapy is so gentle that it is suitable for babies, children, and the elderly, as well as adults and people in fragile or acutely painful conditions. Treatment can aid almost any condition, raising vitality and improving the body's capacity for self-repair.

 

Craniosacral work can help with:
Stress · Headaches · Asthma · Sinusitis · Bronchitis · Cystitis · Frozen Shoulder · Arthritis · Sciatica · Chronic Sprained Ankle · Joint Disorders · RSI · Digestive Problems · Whiplash Injuries · Spinal Curvatures · Back Pain · Neck Pain · Persistent pain anywhere in the body · Tension · Anxiety · Insomnia · Visual Disturbances · Lack of Energy · Depression, Post-Operative Effects, Adhesions · Baby Care, Colic, Pyloric Stenosis, Feeding Difficulties · Ear Infections, Glue Ear · Tonsillitis · ENT Problems · Compression of the skull due to a difficult birth, with its many after effects · Learning Difficulties · Dyslexia · Squint · Lazy Eye · Hyperactivity · Autism · Epilepsy · Cerebral Palsy · Dental and TMJ · post Viral Syndrome · ME · Glandular Fever · Fatigue

What happens during a treatment?

During the first consultation, a full medical history is taken and we can discuss details of your current circumstances.

Physical aches and pains, acute and chronic disease, emotional or psychological disturbances can be addressed. Or the treatment can simply help to develop well-being, health and vitality.

1/2 hour and 1 hour treatments are available.

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