Uses of Cranial Sacral Therapy
by Susan Clingman RMT
(Colorado, USA)
1.Benefits:
return or stimulate cranial rhythm, underlying structures are released; increase respiratory and organ function by releasing restrictions; release of restrictions in these areas make other techniques more effective; increase in respiratory and organ function, which leads to better functioning of all systems
2.Indications:
headaches; whiplash; shoulder pain; low back pain;
depression; hopelessness; ADD/ADHD; Tinnitus;
inner ear problems; vertigo; TMJ dysfunction; vision issues; stress; emotional issues; sinus problems
3.Contraindications:
acute intracranial hemorrhages–vessels of cranium lack integrity, blood leaks; intracranial aneurysms–ballooning of blood vessels in cranium; recent skull fractures (six weeks) –break in cranial bones;
severe grand mal seizures–sudden contraction of muscles; periods of unconsciousness; recent stroke (six weeks) — impairment of cerebral circulation
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