Cranial Sacral Therapy

Cranial Sacral Therapy 

Cranial Sacral Therapy or CST, is a gentle, hands on treatment that uses light touch to release tension in the soft tissues surrounding the brain and spinal cord. It aims to improve central nervous system health, ease pain, and relieve stress. 

This is how it works:
Practitioners use their hands to evaluate and treat the craniotomy sacral system, which includes the skull, spine, sacrum, and the fluid/ membranes surrounding the central nervous system. By gently manipulating these areas, therapists aim to enhance the body’s natural healing processes and optimize the movement of cerebrospinal fluid. 

Cranial Sacral Therapy can help with 

Migraines, tension headaches
Chronic neck and back pain
Stress, anxiety and sleep disorders
TMJ disfunction
Fibromyalgia and general chronic pain

Upledger Institute International https://www.upledger.com/courses/certification-programs

Now that I have explained basic theory of Cranial Sacral Therapy, I will tell you my experience with it. 

A friend of mine was attending UPledger, she needed guinea pigs for practice. She volunteered me and a couple of our friends. She explained what Cranial Sacral Therapy was, I was intrigued. We did ten sessions, one a week for 10 weeks. 

I love energy work, that is how I experienced these sessions. 

The first sessions were pleasant, I felt good. After the third session, I had out of body experiences. Mostly being in a meadow full of flowers and Buddha. By the last two sessions, i could hear and feel my spinal fluid moving. 

The sessions built on each other. I have a neck injury which affect my arms and hands. Those sessions helped easing the pain in my neck and gave me more flexibility. I still have to get chiropractic adjustments. They aren’t as painful, nor do I have to have them as frequently. 

I have recommended cranial sacral work for many of my clients. Especially those who do not like massage, or being touched, who need to unwind and relax. The touch is light and not invasive.  I also recommend this therapy for women who are wanting to conceive a baby. It helps to open and relax the sacrum which helps with conception. 

I don’t like massage, this therapy worked for me. It truly helped me unwind, realize peace resides within me. It helped me be still. 

I will be receiving cranial sacral sessions monthly as soon as I find a therapist here in Greensboro. 

That's what I have to say about Cranial Sacral Therapy! 
Have a wonderful week! Stat safe! Keep your Heart open and aligned with the energy of LOVE!

Auriel Grace