CranioSacral Therapy is a healing modality that uses very light touch to bring the cranial system back into balance and therefore assists in balancing the whole body. When applied correctly this gentle and subtle technique can be highly effective in addressing a number of conditions in both animals and humans.

The cranial rhythm (the rhythm of the cranial waves) is said to cycle between 8-14 cycles per minute and can be palpated anywhere on the body. The cranial rhythm is different from that of the heartbeat and the breathing rate.

When an injury or trauma occurs, it gets ‘stuck’ in the tissue of the animal and is stored in the cell memory of the tissue until released. A Craniosacral practitioner is taught to sense any restrictions in the Craniosacral system. By palpating the cranial wave on different areas of the animal, a practitioner can tell where there is healthy movement or lack of movement. This is similar to an acupuncturist palpating the flow of energy through meridian pathways. The practitioner or healer learns specific hands-on techniques to palpate the cranial wave anywhere on the animal’s body, thus assisting the body to correct itself. The body has an incredible self-healing mechanism.

All animals can benefit, though with some the improvement may be more dramatic than with others. Because Craniosacral Therapy (CST) builds health in the brain and nervous system, it is excellent for prevention of chronic conditions. CST also addresses injuries, even ones that occurred long ago.

I have found Craniosacral Therapy helpful for the following health and behavioural problems:

Arthritis                              

Accidents                     

Blocked tear ducts

Colic                

Emotional problems 

Facial nerve paralysis

Head injuries

Head shaking

Hip Dysplasia

Irritable bowel syndrome

Lameness

Post stroke

Pre and post surgery

Post dental work

Spinal injuries

Stress

Trauma (including car accidents)

TMJ Dysfunction