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What is Craniosacral Therapy?
Life expresses itself as motion. At a deep level of our physiological functioning all
healthy, living tissues subtly "breathe" with the motion of life - a phenomenon that
produces rhythmic impulses which can be palpated by sensitive hands. The
presence of these subtle rhythms in the body was discovered by osteopath Dr
William Sutherland over 100 years ago, after he had a remarkable insight while
examining the specialized articulations of cranial bones. Contrary to popular belief
Dr Sutherland realized that cranial sutures were, in fact, designed to express
small degrees of motion. He undertook many years of research during which he
demonstrated the existence of this motion and eventually concluded it is
essentially produced by the body's inherent life force, which he referred to as the
"Breath of Life." Furthermore, Dr Sutherland discovered that the motion of cranial
bones he first discovered is closely connected to subtle movements that involve
a network of interrelated tissues and fluids at the core of the body; including
cerebrospinal fluid (the 'sap in the tree'), the central nervous system, the
membranes that surround the central nervous system and the sacrum.
The "Breath of Life"
The Breath of Life produces a series of subtle rhythms that may be palpated in the
body and which make up an integrated physiological system. At least three subtle
rhythms have been identified in this "primary respiratory system", each having a
different rate and producing rhythms within rhythms. These three "tides" are
referred to as:
the cranial rhythmic impulse; a more superficial rhythm expressed at an average
rate of 8-12 cycles per minute,
the mid-tide; a tidal rhythm that carries ordering forces into the body expressed at
a slower rate of approximately 2.5 cycles per minute and
the long tide; a deep and slow rhythmic impulse expressed about once every 100
seconds. The long tide is considered to be the first stirring of life and motion as
the Breath of Life emerges from a deeper ground of stillness at the center of our
being.
Essential ordering principle
The subtle rhythms produced by the Breath of Life are regarded as expressions of
health that carry an essential ordering principle for both body and mind. Dr
Sutherland realized the important role played by the fluids in the body (particularly
cerebrospinal fluid) in helping to disseminate these ordering forces throughout
the body.
The essential ordering principle carried in the rhythms of the Breath of Life acts
as a blueprint for health which is present from the time of our early embryological
development and is the fundamental factor that maintains balance in our form and
function. Thus, the ability of cells and tissues to express their primary respiratory
motion is a critical factor in determining our state of health - when these rhythms
are expressed in fullness and balance, health and well-being naturally follow.
Inertial Patterning
During the course of our lives our bodies become patterned, shaped and
conditioned according to how we¹re able to deal with any stresses or traumas. If
stresses or traumas are overwhelming, they become locked in the body as sites of
inertia - until such a time as we are able to access resources that allow them to be
processed and released. These sites of inertia effect the natural rhythmical
movements of the Breath of Life and so hinder the ability of our essential
blueprint for health to manifest at a cellular level.
Common causes of inertia are physical injuries, emotional and psychological
stresses, birth trauma and toxicity. Due to an accumulation of these stresses,
tissues can become imprinted with the memory of unresolved experiences and so
act like video tape which may keep replaying whenever stimulated.
A Gentle Facilitation
The emphasis in craniosacral therapy is to help resolve the trapped forces that
underlie and govern patterns of disease and fragmentation in both body and mind.
This involves the practitioner "listening through the hands" to the body's subtle
rhythms and any patterns of inertia or congestion. Through the development of
subtle palpatory skills the practitioner can read the story of the body, identify
places where issues are held and then follow the natural priorities for healing as
directed by the patient¹s own physiology.
The intention of treatment is to facilitate the expression of the Breath of Life and
so enhance the body's own self-healing and self-regulating capabilities. This is
done in a non-invasive way as the practitioner subtly and gently encourages the
conditions that allow for the reemergence of primary respiratory motion.
Furthermore, the practitioner's deep and clear quality of presence can become a
reflective mirror for the patient and an invaluable cue for their potential for
change.
A Holistic Approach
Craniosacral therapy takes a whole-person approach to healing and the
inter-connections of mind, body and spirit are deeply acknowledged. It is an
effective form of treatment for a wide range of illnesses helping to create the
optimal conditions for health, encouraging vitality and facilitating a sense of
well-being. It is suitable for people of all ages including babies, children and the
elderly, and can be effective in acute or chronic cases.
Life expresses itself as motion. At a deep level of our physiological functioning all
healthy, living tissues subtly "breathe" with the motion of life - a phenomenon that
produces rhythmic impulses which can be palpated by sensitive hands. The
presence of these subtle rhythms in the body was discovered by osteopath Dr
William Sutherland over 100 years ago, after he had a remarkable insight while
examining the specialized articulations of cranial bones. Contrary to popular belief
Dr Sutherland realized that cranial sutures were, in fact, designed to express
small degrees of motion. He undertook many years of research during which he
demonstrated the existence of this motion and eventually concluded it is
essentially produced by the body's inherent life force, which he referred to as the
"Breath of Life." Furthermore, Dr Sutherland discovered that the motion of cranial
bones he first discovered is closely connected to subtle movements that involve
a network of interrelated tissues and fluids at the core of the body; including
cerebrospinal fluid (the 'sap in the tree'), the central nervous system, the
membranes that surround the central nervous system and the sacrum.
The "Breath of Life"
The Breath of Life produces a series of subtle rhythms that may be palpated in the
body and which make up an integrated physiological system. At least three subtle
rhythms have been identified in this "primary respiratory system", each having a
different rate and producing rhythms within rhythms. These three "tides" are
referred to as:
the cranial rhythmic impulse; a more superficial rhythm expressed at an average
rate of 8-12 cycles per minute,
the mid-tide; a tidal rhythm that carries ordering forces into the body expressed at
a slower rate of approximately 2.5 cycles per minute and
the long tide; a deep and slow rhythmic impulse expressed about once every 100
seconds. The long tide is considered to be the first stirring of life and motion as
the Breath of Life emerges from a deeper ground of stillness at the center of our
being.
Essential ordering principle
The subtle rhythms produced by the Breath of Life are regarded as expressions of
health that carry an essential ordering principle for both body and mind. Dr
Sutherland realized the important role played by the fluids in the body (particularly
cerebrospinal fluid) in helping to disseminate these ordering forces throughout
the body.
The essential ordering principle carried in the rhythms of the Breath of Life acts
as a blueprint for health which is present from the time of our early embryological
development and is the fundamental factor that maintains balance in our form and
function. Thus, the ability of cells and tissues to express their primary respiratory
motion is a critical factor in determining our state of health - when these rhythms
are expressed in fullness and balance, health and well-being naturally follow.
Inertial Patterning
During the course of our lives our bodies become patterned, shaped and
conditioned according to how we¹re able to deal with any stresses or traumas. If
stresses or traumas are overwhelming, they become locked in the body as sites of
inertia - until such a time as we are able to access resources that allow them to be
processed and released. These sites of inertia effect the natural rhythmical
movements of the Breath of Life and so hinder the ability of our essential
blueprint for health to manifest at a cellular level.
Common causes of inertia are physical injuries, emotional and psychological
stresses, birth trauma and toxicity. Due to an accumulation of these stresses,
tissues can become imprinted with the memory of unresolved experiences and so
act like video tape which may keep replaying whenever stimulated.
A Gentle Facilitation
The emphasis in craniosacral therapy is to help resolve the trapped forces that
underlie and govern patterns of disease and fragmentation in both body and mind.
This involves the practitioner "listening through the hands" to the body's subtle
rhythms and any patterns of inertia or congestion. Through the development of
subtle palpatory skills the practitioner can read the story of the body, identify
places where issues are held and then follow the natural priorities for healing as
directed by the patient¹s own physiology.
The intention of treatment is to facilitate the expression of the Breath of Life and
so enhance the body's own self-healing and self-regulating capabilities. This is
done in a non-invasive way as the practitioner subtly and gently encourages the
conditions that allow for the reemergence of primary respiratory motion.
Furthermore, the practitioner's deep and clear quality of presence can become a
reflective mirror for the patient and an invaluable cue for their potential for
change.
A Holistic Approach
Craniosacral therapy takes a whole-person approach to healing and the
inter-connections of mind, body and spirit are deeply acknowledged. It is an
effective form of treatment for a wide range of illnesses helping to create the
optimal conditions for health, encouraging vitality and facilitating a sense of
well-being. It is suitable for people of all ages including babies, children and the
elderly, and can be effective in acute or chronic cases.
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