Craniosacral Therapy
Techniques & services provided by Willingdon Heights Massage Therapy
Craniosacral Therapy in Burnaby
We are all individuals with unique movement patterns, experiences & stories. We recognize that symptoms you are experiencing can have both a physical & emotional component to them. It is important to address all the factors that may contribute to your symptoms in order to help you recover.
When it comes to a person’s health, we take a “whole-person” approach in our assessment & treatment style. We work with you as a team to help you understand the root cause of your symptoms. We strive to guide and support you in your health journey with a focus on your goals and with respect to your individual needs.
What is Craniosacral Therapy
Craniosacral therapy, or cranial sacral therapy (CST), is a gentle, noninvasive and hands-on treatment that may provide relief from pain, like headaches and neck pain, side effects of cancer treatment and more. A healthcare provider may recommend CST in addition to other forms of treatment.
How does craniosacral therapy work?
CST focuses on the gentle placement of hands to help release tension in your body’s connective tissue. This is known as “fascia” (pronounced “fash-ee-uh”). Fascia is the Latin word for band. It’s a casing found throughout your body that holds your organs, glands, nerves, muscles, blood vessels, brain and spinal cord. The fascia forms a body-wide connective tissue network.
The human body is interconnected, both structurally and functionally. This means that one area of your body can affect another. The goal of CST is tension relief (fascial clearance). This may help other connected parts of your body function better through:
- Self-regulation.
- Self-correction.
- Self-healing.
Is craniosacral therapy right for everyone?
Craniosacral therapy may be beneficial for adults and children with many different conditions.
If you recently experienced one of the following, your healthcare provider may delay craniosacral therapy until you’re well enough for treatment:
- Blood Clots.
- A Concussion.
- Brain swelling.
- Brain Aneurism.
- Chiari Malformation
- Any condition that causes cerebrospinal fluid pressure, flow or buildup.
Craniosacral Therapy can help with:
- Long Covid Symptoms
- Brain Fog
- Head Congestion
- Head pressure
- Post Concussion Syndrome
- Headaches
- Migraines
- TMJ Dysfunction
- Jaw Pain
- Head Pain
- Neck Pin
- Shoulder pain
- BackPain
- Chronic Pain
- Complex Regional Pain Syndrome
Procedure Details
What happens during craniosacral therapy?
A craniosacral therapy session is similar to massage therapy, except you stay fully clothed. To help you relax, you may hear soft music and the room may have low lighting.
The treatment session begins with a consultation with your trained therapist. They’ll ask you questions about your health history, concerns about your health and the goals of the session.
During your session, you’ll lie on a massage table or, if needed due to special circumstances, you may sit in a chair. Your therapist will check in with you during your session to make sure you’re comfortable. They’ll also explain what they’re doing before they touch your body to make sure you know what’s happening. If at any time you don’t feel comfortable, let your therapist know.
Your therapist will use their hands to apply gentle pressure to your head, neck, back (around your spinal column) or on areas of your body where you have symptoms.
It’s normal to feel a sense of deep relaxation during craniosacral therapy.