Craniosacral Therapy
Crainosacral Therapy
Craniosacral therapy is a gentle, natural and holistic therapy that improves health, through light touch manual therapy. Craniosacral therapy works to reset the autonomic nervous system, by improving vagal nerve tone and enhancing the function of the glympathetic system. As a result, craniosacral therapy can improve both physical and mental aspects of your health that impact your quality of life.
Craniosacral Therapy was developed by a Osteopathic Physician, John E. Upledger. After years of clinical testing and evidence based research at Michigan State University. Craniosacral therapy is increasingly used as a preventive health measure to release blockages and restriction patterns that can negatively impact a your health and longevity.
The effects of craniosacral therapy can be further enhanced when combined with acupuncture, Chinese herbal medicine, and our natural medicine techniques. The combination of these holistic and alternative therapies have profound benefit for on your health, wellness, and longevity.
Benefits of Craniosacral Therapy
Anxiety and Stress Management
Craniosacral therapy slows the “fight or flight” response by improving vagal nerve tone. Scientific studies support the use of light touch manual therapy as a natural method to reduce symptoms of anxiety and stress.
Reduce Low Back and Pelvic Pain During Pregnancy
Low back and pelvic pain are common discomforts that arise during pregnancy that can negatively impact a woman’s quality of life. We combine acupuncture and Craniosacral therapy for a natural approach to prenatal care.
Improve Memory and Cognition
Craniosacral therapy has been demonstrated to reduce migraine occurrence and intensity as well as improve memory and cognitive function. Additionally, craniosacral therapy has been shown to improve symptoms associated with concussions and assist with recovery from concussions.
Reset the Autonomic Nervous System
Craniosacral therapy resets the autonomic nervous system by improving vagal nerve tone. By restoring balance to the vagus nerve you experience relief from daily stressors which cause tension to form throughout the body.
Pain Management
Craniosacral therapy has been demonstrated to reduce muscle and joint pain and increase ROM. When compared to 10 sessions of classical massage, Craniosacral therapy also improves hemoglobin oxygen saturation, systolic blood pressure, serum potassium, and magnesium levels.
Restore Sleep
Craniosacral therapy helps to release blockages and restriction patterns that negatively impact sleep, health and longevity.