What exactly is Craniosacral therapy?

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Credosacral is a quick treatment that is non-invasive and non-invasive for chiropractic, massage as well as other types of therapy. It offers a huge quantity of relief from ailments that are associated with the muscular and skeletal systems that make up the human body. Ceratio, the Latin word for "hand" refers to the treatment. Craniosacral therapy is most commonly used using the palms of the hands in the form of a fistful with closed fists on the surface of the area affected. This kneading and tapping movement causes friction that improves blood circulation and lymphatic flow to the area.

The purpose of Craniosacral Therapy is to alleviate stress and muscle tension that affect the nervous system as a result of muscular tension. The gentle, hands-on treatment has been used for various ailments for many years. Research in recent times has demonstrated that the benefits of the craniosacral treatments are most often found in the central nervous systems. It helps to reduce depression or anxiety improve focus and alertness, as well as improve concentration and attention. Based on research conducted in both the United States and Japan, patients treated with this gentleand hands-on treatment noticed a decrease in heart rate and increased concentration.

Therapy is designed to increase your level of relaxation. Many patients report that the feelings they experience in the course of therapy can be similar to the ones experienced while relaxing in the company of a cat's mother. Many doctors recommend this technique to those suffering of anxious breakdowns. For those experiencing anxiety and depression, this treatment can save the day because it is known to improve mental clarity, reduce anxiety and mood swings, enhance the quality of sleep and decrease the feelings of despair, guilt and depression. In the course of a few weeks people often go back to the clinic and experience a significant improvement in their quality of living. This therapy has shown that over 90 percent of those who have received the treatment have seen a reduction in frequency and severity of chronic pain symptoms.


A certified craniosacral therapist must have a good understanding of how the nervous systems interact with each other in order to be able to use this approach. Willard H. http://cqms.skku.edu/b/lecture/1279400 Upledger is an internationally recognized expert in chiropractic medicine. The Upledger method is an example of craniosacral treatment. In order to alleviate the pain caused by musculoskeletal issues the Dr. Upledger focused his research on applying pressure on the neck, back and shoulders. When he realized that the root of a patient's pain was due to an incorrect spinal alignment, he developed a series of adjustments for the body that can be made at home. These adjustments are still the most effective method of craniosacral treatment, the therapist may also use TENS, transcutaneous electric nerve stimulation (TENS) as well as ultrasound, or radiofrequency ablation to alleviate pain.

The efficacy of this hands-on method of craniosacral treatment is based on the ability of the therapist to exert the appropriate level of pressure to every area of the body. A patient who is right-handed should be set so that the right side of their body is facing upwards, and the left side down. The head of the craniosacral practitioner is up, so the patient's hands are at a higher level than normal and makes adjustments. For a more relaxed feeling it is necessary to tighten the abdominal muscles, and then move his body towards the downwards. A few patients feel that the skin of a rubber band snaps against their skin. It's similar to the sensation of an elastic band snapping against the surface of a rubber band after it's stretched to the limit.

The transcutaneous stimulation of nerves can be utilized to reduce tension in muscles. Ultrasound waves could be used to stimulate muscles that are smooth in the back, neck and arms. The rhythm of a soft, pulsating pulse is played while the ultrasound waves are directed at specific nerve points located in the spinal column. The ultrasound rhythm ceases and you feel a sense of pressure within the pelvic region. The pressure is caused by the nerves which release pressure on reproductive organs like the androids. Transcutaneous electrical nerve stimulation is advised by the Craniosacral Therapists. It stimulates the digestive tract and also releases digestive juices which are used for treating diarrhea or colic.

Craniosacral treatment is commonly described as alternative treatments because it does not use any medication or drug. The main focus of Craniosacral treatment is to improve the alignment of the spine as well as bones. It doesn't require any type of orthopedic surgery, so there is no need to address open wounds or bone spurs. Some people are shocked learn that osteopaths are among the biggest users of this therapy. The osteopaths recommend craniosacral therapy once other treatments have failed. Some of these treatments comprise massage, physical therapy as well as chiropractic therapies.

But, treatment must be performed by an osteopath or a chiropractor as they are qualified to do so. Osteopaths have been trained to recognize problematic areas, pinpoint which areas are problematic, apply appropriate treatments and oversee the process of healing. The osteopath is the sole professional who can make the diagnosis, recommend the appropriate treatment, describe the science behind craniosacral therapy and oversee the process of healing. Chiropractors use their hands for manipulating the skeletal system in order to restore the natural health of the body, preventing injury and pain. The chiropractic adjustments, conjunction with the care the patient receives at the clinic, can address the mental as well as physical condition and strengthen the weak bones and connective tissues.
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