Cranial-Sacral Therapy (CST)

Cranial-Sacral Therapy (CST)

Cranial-Sacral Therapy (CST) works on the deepest of all fascia. The word cranial may suggest that it is only the head that is being treated, when in fact it is the entire body that is being treated as a whole.
The principle of CST is that of the cranial bones (the skull), the vertebrae and the sacrum are all linked by an intrinsic rhythm with the ligaments, muscles and fascia that surrounds them.

When this rhythm is in harmony cerebrospinal fluid (a fluid found  in the brain and spinal cord) moves and circulates without restriction, the intervertebral and facet joints of the spine are well hydrated and the skull is in symmetry, this aids with good health of the spine and other systems throughout the body. This rhythm is known as the ‘Breath of Life’. 

When the ligaments, muscles and fascia of the body become imbalanced, injured or under tension, they can easily pull the cranial bones, the intervertebral and facet joints out of their natural alignment. The cranial bones can be pulled into imbalance due to the skull being slightly flexible with the tiny movement of the cranial plates. 

Benefits

CST has been found to be highly beneficial for many physical, emotional and spiritual issues to facilitate healing. It is used all over the world to treat animals, humans and even new born babies. Because of its non-invasive, calming and relaxing approach this therapy is highly affective for dogs with:

  • Severe pain and discomfort
  • Anxiety
  • Sensitivity 
  • Fear
  • Behavioural issues