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CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a gentle method of detection and correction that encourages your body's own healing mechanisms to dissipate the negative effects of stress. You also benefit from better overall health and resistance to disease. The craniosacral system consists of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord. It extends from the bones of the skull, face and mouth, which make up the cranium, down to the sacrum, or tailbone area.
This vital system influences the development and performance of the brain and spinal cord. An imbalance or restriction in the craniosacral system could potentially cause sensory, motor or neurological problems such as chronic pain, eye or learning difficulties, scoliosis just to name a few.
Conditions that CST can help:
How is CST performed? CST is performed on a fully clothed individual. Using a light touch (no more than the weight of a nickel) the practitioner monitors the rhythm of the craniosacral system to detect potential restrictions and or imbalances. The practitioner then uses manual techniques to release the problems areas and relieve undue pressure on the brain and spinal cord. A session can last from 15 min. to an hour and a half and it can be used in conjunction with other therapies. Who can perform CST? CST is performed by a wide variety of healthcare professionals such as osteopathic physicians, allopathic physicians, physicians, nurses, chiropractors, naturopathic, dentists, physical therapists, occupational therapists, massage therapists, learning and speech pathologists and many other bodyworkers. At Village Green Dental Care, Rayhana Bhabha offers CST as it compliments the cranio-orthodontic treatment that Dr. Baksh provides for his patients and can also help with TMJ/TMD (temporomandibular joint) problems. Over the years, Rayhana has tried various alternative therapies to cope with the side effects of conventional medical treatments. She had been diagnosed with auto-immune & neurological disorders early in life.
In the fall of 2003, Rayhana had the opportunity to do an introductory CST course. She subsequently completed CST Level I and finished CST Level II training in April 2005 with the Upledger Institute.
For more information on CST visit www.upledger.com. Information for this article taken from brochure: Discover CranioSacral Therapy for a healthier you… By The Upledger Institute.
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