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Craniosacral Therapy

holistic · easy · 1 hour/session, weekly to monthly

What is Craniosacral Therapy?

A gentle hands-on bodywork technique using light touch (under 5 grams of pressure) on the head, neck, and spine to release fascial restrictions and promote nervous system relaxation.

Is there evidence for it?

EVIDENCEemerging

How do you do Craniosacral Therapy?

  1. 1.Find a certified craniosacral therapist (CST) trained through the Upledger Institute or equivalent program
  2. 2.Expect sessions of 45-60 minutes where you lie fully clothed on a treatment table while the practitioner places hands lightly on your head, sacrum, and spine
  3. 3.Communicate any sensations you experience during the session: warmth, tingling, pulsation, or emotional release are common
  4. 4.Plan 4-6 initial sessions to evaluate your response, then transition to monthly maintenance if beneficial
  5. 5.Between sessions, practice self-care techniques the therapist recommends, such as gentle neck stretches or still-point induction

How long does it take?

1 hour/session, weekly to monthly.

Is it hard to start?

easy.

Source: John Upledger DO (developer, 1970s); Upledger Institute; note: scientific evidence is contested per systematic reviews, but risk of harm is very low
craniosacral · bodywork · fascia · nervous-system · gentle-touch · relaxation · headaches
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