CranioSacral Therapy Los Angeles

CranioSacral Therapy is a gentle, hands-on approach that improves the function of the CranioSacral System (including the bones, nerves, fluids, and connective tissues of the skull, spine, and pelvis). CST is based on the idea that the cerebrospinal fluid, which surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord, has a rhythmic pulse that can be felt throughout the body and used to find and treat blockages. Craniosacral Therapy Los Angeles Sessions are 60-90 minutes and promote relaxation, reduce pain and tension, and improve overall health and well-being.

During a CranioSacral Therapy session, the client will relax on a massage table, fully clothed (though light clothing is preferable over thicker items, such as jeans). Then, the practitioner will use a light touch to detect and release restrictions caused by physical or emotional stress, injuries, illness, or trauma. Releasing these restrictions and decompressing the spine and cranial bones tones the Central Nervous System and boosts the body’s natural healing process.

Is Craniosacral Therapy Right For You?

Craniosacral therapy is noninvasive and can be used to address a wide range of conditions, including headaches, neck and back pain, TMJ disorder, anxiety, depression, and chronic fatigue. While CST is generally considered safe, certain situations where its application would not be recommended are conditions where a variation and/or slight increase in intracranial pressure would cause instability.

Contraindications include:

• Recent brain hemorrhage, stroke, or concussion
• Recent spinal tap or puncture of the CranioSacral system
• Recent fracture of the skull bones, vertebral column, or ribs
• Blood clots
• Cerebral swelling
• Acute aneurysm
• Traumatic brain injury
• Severe bleeding disorders
• Arnold Chiari Malformation

It is important to discuss any concerns or medical conditions before beginning treatment with your doctor and CST practitioner.