Craniosacral therapy is a light touch manual therapy that addresses restrictions of the body’s central nervous system. The craniosacral system is membranes and fluid that surround and protect the brain and the spinal cord. This vital system extends from the bones of the skull, face, and mouth, which make up the cranium, down to the sacrum, or tailbone area. The craniosacral system directly impacts the central nervous system, and imbalance could cause any number of sensory motor or neurological disabilities. Craniosacral therapy helps correct those restrictions so the body can release the effects of stress naturally. Children who could benefit from craniosacral therapy include those with brain dysfunctions, central nervous system problems, traumatic birth processes and developmental delays, just to name a few.

Craniosacral therapy is performed on a fully clothed body using light touch, generally no more than the weight of a nickel. The therapist uses delicate manual techniques to release problem areas and relieve undue pressure on the brain and spinal cord. The therapist monitors the rhythm of the craniosacral system to detect potential restrictions and imbalances. Craniosacral therapy sessions for children can last from 15 minutes to 60 minutes, depending on the child’s tolerance and need. An initial evaluation is conducted and often the problem can be corrected in 4 to 6 treatment sessions. (An initial evaluation can often be enough to correct a problem). The optimal result of craniosacral therapy is a central nervous system free of restrictions and a body that is able to return to its greatest level of performance.

Craniosacral therapy is often very beneficial with children who have self-regulatory and modulation problems. Conditions that may be improved in newborns treated with craniosacral therapy are colic, seizures, strabismus, torticollis, chronic otitis, dyslexia, aphasias, spasticity, Down syndrome, Autism and failure to thrive syndrome, as well as many others. Craniosacral therapy is a non-invasive and soothing technique to help restore function to the central nervous system and help children function to the best of their ability.

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