Craniosacral therapy- A gentle therapy that promotes self- healing and self-regu

Posted by Synapse Physio on February 15th, 2021

Craniosacral therapy (CST) can be defined as a gentle and beneficial hands-on treatment that offers relief from a range of symptoms like neck pain, headaches and side effects of post-cancer treatment, etc

CST helps improve the efficacy of various biological processes via promoting intrinsic self-correction, self-healing, and self-regulation. This therapy can be helpful for both adults and children.

Craniosacral Therapy benefits

The therapy proves to be beneficial for almost everyone. You can experience the below listed Craniosacral therapy benefits

• Improve strong immunity by promoting the defense system of the body and lymph flow
• Reduce cramping & spasms
• Enhance mobility and reduce lower back pain
• Exercise weak, tight, or atrophied muscles
• Lessen adhesions and post-surgery swelling
• Release amino acids, endorphins that are present as a natural painkiller in the body
• Decrease scar tissue, stretch marks and promote tissue regeneration
• Relax tired, injured, and overused muscles

What is Craniosacral therapy used for?

Craniosacral therapy is used for the treatment of a range of health conditions like

• Cerebral swelling
• Current concussion
• Brain aneurysm
• Arnold-Chiari malformation (Structural issues in the cerebellum)
• Blood clots.
• Traumatic brain injury
• A disorder that results in an imbalance in cerebral fluid pressure and flow

It is believed that gentle manipulation of bones in the spine, skull, and pelvis can normalize the cerebrospinal fluid flow in the central nervous system. It can remove blockages and improve the natural healing power of the body.