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CranioSacral therapy is a subtle form of bodywork where the practitioner works directly with the bones of the head, spine and sacrum, along with tissues throughout the body. The client is fully clothed, and generally the pressure applied is no greater than the weight of a nickel. The therapist monitors the CranioSacral rhythm to detect potential restrictions and imbalances. Light touch is used to release the imbalance and relieve pressure on the brain and spinal cord. CranioSacral therapy supports the body to correct imbalances and heal itself. CranioSacral fluid flows rhythmically between the cranium to the sacrum (hence the name), within the dural tube, a tough membrane surrounding the spinal chord. Restrictions in the dural tube may impede the rhythm and affect the entire body. SOMATO EMOTIONAL RELEASE (SER)? Somato Emotional Release is a related form of bodywork that releases stored emotional trauma from the cells. At the moment of trauma, the emotion can enter the muscles and become part of the structure (somatised). These stored memories prevent healing from a past injury or trauma - physical or emotional. Gentle touch is applied to allow the body to let go of emotions and cellular memory that are no longer needed. The practitioner may help the client dialogue with the body. Often, the body just needs to “voice” its complaints to release the stored memory or emotion, allowing healing. Note that the trauma doesn’t need to be relived for healing to occur. This is not a substitute for professional counselling. SITUATIONS THAT CAN BE HELPED WITH CRANIOSACRAL THERAPY • Migraine and headache • Motor-coordination impairment • TMJ problems • Central nervous system disorders • Brain & spinal cord injuries • Crossed eyes • Neuralgia (nerve pain) • Chronic pain syndromes • Scoliosis • Breathing problems • Chronic neck and back pain • Chronic fatigue • Learning disabilities • Stress & tension related problems • Emotional difficulties • Vertigo • Fibromyalgia • Cerebral palsy • Autism • Colic
CranioSacral Therapy