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CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle and effective somatic technique that taps into the body's innate intelligence and potential to heal itself. The CranioSacral system is comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. It extends from the skull, face and mouth (which comprise the cranium) to the sacrum (tailbone). Cerebrospinal fluid is pumped through the membranes, creating a ryhthmic pulse. This pulse may be detected throughout the body and is particularly evident at the head, sacrum and coccyx. Restrictions in this system may potentially contribute to a variety of sensory, motor or neurological difficulties, including:

During treatment, the client lies fully clothed on a treatment table, where the practitioner uses light touch to detect and release restrictions within the craniosacral system. This reduces stress on the central nervous system, encouraging a state of equilibrium and facilitating the body's inner healing process. Sessions are generally 15-30 minutes for children and 60 minutes for adults. Parents remain in the room during pediatric sessions to learn therapeutic techniques for home carryover and to provide encouragement and support for their children. The number of sessions required for optimal treatment depends on the individual and his or her presenting condition. Because each client is unique, there is no "cookbook" approach to therapy.

Initially developed in the early 1900's by osteopath Dr. William Sutherland, CranioSacral therapy continues to be researched and promoted today, most notably by John Upledger D.O., O.M.M. and the Upledger institute. The work is utilized by orthopedists, chiropracters, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists and massage therapists world-wide as an effective adjunct to conventional treatment.

For more information regarding CranioSacral Therapy, please refer to the following links:
www.upledger.com
www.craniosacraltherapy.org