The Cranio Sacral System is a recently discovered physiological structure consisting of a semi-closed hydraulic system. A tough, waterproof membrane, the Dura Mater envelops the brain and spinal cord. An important function of this system is the production, circulation and re-absorption of the Cerebrospinal fluid. The CSF is produced within the Cranio Sacral System and maintains the physiological environment in which your brain and the nervous system develop, live and function. Normal production and re-absorption of CSF allow a continuous rise and fall of fluid pressure. The expansion and contraction, due to the rhythmical pressure fluctuation, accommodates the pressure within the system thus allowing it to remain normal. Pressure changes which the body cannot accommodate, due to stress or trauma, eventually results in dysfunction and ill health.
During a Cranio Sacral Therapy session, the therapist is as unobtrusive as possible using the lightest of touch. The client's body and system is palpated, then a series of gentle manipulation techniques are administered to remove minor restrictions in the flow of CSF. This method of "Still Point" improves the blood flow and redirects the force of fluid. This method of restricting the flow of CSF repeatly, allows the obstruction to eventually succumb and then release. The ripple effect of this technique benefits the recipient physically and often has profound emotional benefits leaving the client with a euphoric feeling.