Craniosacral Massage

Craniosacral Massage

The implications of massage therapies in the medical world are limitless. The range of variations that exists among massages is nothing short of incredibleness. One such massage that is slowly catching the eye of the world due to the number of benefits that it brings along with itself is that of craniosacral massage.

Also known as Craniosacral Therapy (CST), this massage involves the application of the gentle hands-on technique to examine the condition of your membranes while also monitoring the movement of the fluids in and around your central nervous system.

As evident by its name, your central nervous system is the main hub of your body that controls the majority of the functions of your mind and body. Therefore, keeping it well-regulated is extremely important. Craniosacral massages are known for encouraging feelings of well-being in your central nervous system by boosting your immunity and eliminating pain.

Possible Causes

Craniosacral massage is a hands-on treatment that provides relief from a wide range of pains. It makes use of a light touch to check the condition of your central nervous system and how it is functioning. It aims to relieve compression in the bones of your head, spinal column, and sacrum, which is a triangular bone in your lower back. One of the reasons it is gaining popularity worldwide is due to its non-invasive nature.

Risk Factors

The most common side effect of Craniosacral massage is mild discomfort following the treatment, which is temporary and often fades within 24 hours.

Signs and Symptoms

Craniosacral massages can play a pivotal role in helping people with the following conditions:

• Neuralgia
• Migraine headache
• Chronic pain
• Stroke
• Fibromyalgia
• Speech impairment
• Neurodegenerative diseases
• Epilepsy
• Irritable bowel syndrome
• Constipation
• Recurrent ear infections or colic in children
• Fascial adhesions
• Post-concussion syndrome
• Temporomandibular joint syndrome
• Multiple sclerosis
• Mood disorders

It is believed that with the gentle manipulation of the bones in your skull, pelvis, and spine, the flow of the fluid in your central nervous system, known as the cerebrospinal fluid, can be normalized. As a result, if there is any blockage in the normal flow, it can be addressed with the help of this massage.

Diagnosis

There is no diagnosis required before you go for a craniosacral massage. However, people with head injuries or diagnosed with aneurysms are advised against it.

Treatment Options at 7DMC

This is not a regular massage that you can book from a massage parlor. It requires medical assistance and trained professionals because of the several technicalities involved. This is why you should undergo this only under the supervision of certified professionals in a medical institution.

The certified chiropractors, osteopaths, massage, and physical therapists of 7DMC are skilfully trained to perform this highly beneficial massage.

During the process, the medical practitioner applies gentle pressure to examine if there is any restriction or disruption in your fascial system after going through a consultation session. Accordingly, he or she applies light touch and fascial release to relieve pain and improve the overall functionality of your central nervous system.

Depending on the severity of your condition, it can take anywhere between three to ten sessions to heal your condition. Your doctor might also recommend your regular maintenance session if your health condition demands so.