Oriental Body Balance Warrington

What is CranioSacral Therapy?

Craniosacral Therapy was developed by Dr. John Upledger, an osteopath, in the 1970s. It is based on an approach popularized by Dr. William Sutherland, an osteopath in the early 1900's.

The craniosacral system (cranio means head and sacral refers to the area at the base of the spine) includes the brain and spinal cord. They are bathed in a craniosacral fluid that has a rhythmic pulse, similar to blood pressure.

Because it acts on the deepest structures and organs of the nervous system, CranioSacral Therapy influences motor, pain and coordination mechanisms, the digestive system, the respiratory system, heart function and the endocrine system.

The bite and temporomandibular joints can not only profoundly influence the craniosacral system, but can themselves be rendered dysfunctional by restrictions and imbalance anywhere in the body, with a huge range of health consequences.

The craniosacral therapist senses the pulse and looks for any subtle restrictions in the flow of craniosacral fluid. Restrictions are beleived to be the cause of poor health, especially conditions related to the brain, spine, and nervous system.

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