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Penny Nisbet MCSP RCST :: Chartered Physiotherapist | Registered Craniosacral Therapist
Craniosacral Therapy
 
Craniosacral Therapy……assists
the body’s natural ability to repair itself
 
What is Craniosacral Therapy?
Craniosacral therapy is a gentle hands-on therapy which assists the body’s natural ability to repair itself. A registered craniosacral therapist is a graduate of a training course accredited by the Craniosacral Association of the UK and has to undertake continuing professional development.
 
A Craniosacral Therapist is trained
to 'listen' with the hands
 

What Happens During a Craniosacral Therapy Treatment Session?
A craniosacral therapist is trained to 'listen' to what is going on in the body using very light manual contact. The therapist is then able to use this contact to help identify and assist the release of pain and tension in the body. It sometimes takes a few sessions to get used to the process, so it is often beneficial to consider having a series of treatments to discover the benefits and effects of craniosacral therapy.

How does it work?
The body’s tissues contract in response to physical strains such as whiplash injuries and accidents/falls or emotional stress. Tensions remaining in the body restrict its function and this can lead to the development of problems such as arthritis; muscular aches and pains; Low Back Pain; Sciatica; frozen shoulder. Restrictions can be felt by the therapist and helped to release.

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Common chronic conditions, such as low back pain or rheumatic conditions, which have not responded to conventional treatment approaches, are often responsive to craniosacral therapy.

The following list shows the wider range of conditions for which craniosacral therapy could be helpful.

Arthritis; Low Back Pain; Bone and Joint disorders; Frozen Shoulder; Muscular Aches and Pains; Rheumatism; Sciatica; Systemic Lupus Erythematosus; Spinal curvatures; TMJ/Jaw disorders; Recurrent Ear Conditions; Headaches and Migraines.

Asthma; Breathing Disorders; Bronchitis; Sinusitis.

Autism; Cerebral Palsy; Digestive Problems; Dyslexia; Hyperactivity; Learning difficulties; Visual disturbances……etc.

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Useful Links

The Craniosacral Therapy Association of the UK
www.craniosacral.co.uk

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