Cranio Sacral Therapy

Craniosacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle, hands-on approach that focuses on the craniosacral system—which includes the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord.

Practitioners use a soft touch to release tensions in these areas, aiming to improve the functioning of the central nervous system. This subtle manipulation helps to balance the body's natural rhythms, which can positively impact various systems. The goal is to enhance the body's self-healing capabilities by restoring balance and reducing restrictions. Many people report feeling deeply relaxed during and after a session, with benefits ranging from pain relief to improved emotional well-being.

What can it help with

Because Craniosacral Therapy (CST) works directly with the Central Nervous System, it's often used for conditions where the body is stuck in a state of high tension or "fight-or-flight."

Neurological & Head-Related

These are the most common reasons patients seek out CST, it can help with:

Migraines & Tension Headaches: Especially those that haven't responded to medication.

Pain that feels "deep" or "internal" rather than just a sore muscle:

Spinal Curvature:

Chronic Pain & Structural Issues

Sciatica & Chronic Back Pain

Vertigo & Tinnitus:

Anxiety & PTSD

Fibromyalgia:

Chronic Fatigue

TMJ (Jaw Pain):

Whiplash:

Shifting the Nervous System

CST is one of the most effective ways to move a patient from a Sympathetic state ("Fight or Flight") into a Parasympathetic state ("Rest and Digest").

When the craniosacral rhythm is balanced, the body’s "emergency brake" is released.
This lower stress state allows the body's natural healing mechanisms—like immune response and tissue repair—to take over.

Fun Fact: The bones of the adult skull aren't actually fused solid; they have microscopic "seams" (sutures) that allow for the tiny movements necessary to accommodate the changing pressure of your cerebrospinal fluid.

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How's it done?

The "5-Gram" Touch

While a massage therapist might use 20–30 pounds of pressure to knead a muscle, a CST practitioner uses about 5 grams—roughly the weight of a nickel.

Why so light? The goal isn't to move muscle; it's to communicate with the fascia (the connective tissue web) and the dura mater (the tough membrane lining your skull and spine).
The Release: By using extremely light pressure, the practitioner avoids triggering the body's "protective reflex" (where muscles tighten up against deep pressure). This allows the deeper membranes to finally soften and release.