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A central part of learning CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is to learn to palpate the craniosacral rhythm (CSR) and to distinguish the CSR from other rhythms, mainly the rhythm of the respiratory system. The CSR was named so by Dr. Upledger in his work, creating a foundation for what we know worldwide as CST.

In CST and osteopathy in the cranial field, different rhythms have been associated with the cranial field and theorized to be involved in human health from a wide range of perspectives. Many rhythms are studied today and are known to be fundamental to life and health. Rhythms are a rich source of palpatory information in facilitating a CST treatment. How is this knowledge integrated into understanding the relationship between what happens in a CST treatment and our understanding of human health

The craniosacral system is a universal system described in many forms by different cultures at different times. In our modern times this universal system, the craniosacral system is described by including the science of anatomy and physiology of today. The main components of the craniosacral system are the tissues and fluids at the core of the human body. An important function of this system is the production, circulation, and reabsorption of Cerebrospinal Fluid (CSF). CSF is produced within the craniosacral system and maintains the physiological environment in which the brain and nervous system develop, live, and function.

The human being functions as a whole and the craniosacral system function is in close relation to all systems of the body/mind/spirit. Central to the craniosacral system is a rhythmic motion expressed in all parts of the body, a rhythm not only found in vertebra species, but introduces early in evolution of the animal kingdom.

The glymphatic system is a ring shaped tunnels that surround your blood vessels that flow through the brain where waste is cleared . CSF drainage as the molecues are cleared with minute spaces surrounding the cells.

Coming from another country can be overwhelming for parents of newborns. CranioSacral Therapy with the help of CST Therapist the work that is done makes all the difference for the FAMILY as a Whole. Once the Breastfeeding is working everyone is much more intune and feeling so better.

Before we get out of bed in the morning, our mind is often already beginning to plan and organize. What am I going to have for breakfast? When am I going to have time to do all the things on my to do list? Then we may grab our phone and look at the emails from overnight before our feet even touch the floor.

What does all this activity do to our nervous system? It creates stress. Our autonomic nervous system is designed with two modes. One mode is our sympathetic mode, also known as fight, flight or freeze. The other mode is our parasympathetic mode, also known as rest, digest, and repair. Read more...

Before we get out of bed in the morning, our mind is often already beginning to plan and organize. What am I going to have for breakfast? When am I going to have time to do all the things on my to do list? Then we may grab our phone and look at the emails from overnight before our feet even touch the floor.

What does all this activity do to our nervous system? It creates stress. Our autonomic nervous system is designed with two modes. One mode is our sympathetic mode, also known as fight, flight or freeze. The other mode is our parasympathetic mode, also known as rest, digest, and repair. Read more...

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Structural Abnormalities in patients with this multi immunodeficiencies.

This multiorgan disorder commonly presents with skeletal abnormalities and defects. These are due to improper osteoblast activity leading to reduced bone volume and formation . This has manifested previously as flared ribs, leading to a rachitic rosary , large low-set ears, and small bones. Isolated T Cell defects have been associated with immune deficiencies cuased be T Cell developement.

Our Sympethetic mode reacts to dailey stress and keeps our system on high alert.

To relax your body you need to go into a stillpoint mode. You can use Our Stillpoint Inducer or try breathing techniques which will put you into this mode to help you get into a parasympathetic mode. This shift allows your body move into a healing state much faster than normal.

 Case Report: We report on a patient with chronic, therapy-resistant neck pain whose cause lied in the tooth/jaw region, specifically, in wisdom teeth with space problems, and partially impacted. The tooth/jaw area itself was not painful; however, neck pain developed via the nucleus spinalis n. trigemini which extends into the cervical medulla.

Background: Inflammatory and mechanical stimuli in tooth / jaw pathologies can have far-reaching consequences via trigeminal and autonomic circuitry and can cause systemic (e.g., autoimmune) diseases and pain conditions outside the tooth/jaw region.

Our task when doing CST is to provide support in a safe environment for the client, allowing the client and therapist to engage together in the healing process. With enough support and safety, the client’s tissue will begin to change – if change is appropriate. As CST therapists, we provide that support and safety by being neutral, by being present, and by staying within our scope of practice. Be aware of the line between what is in your scope and what is not. Make sure you understand the nature of the SER process and remain neutral when dialoguing. Always remember that we are manual therapists. We are there to facilitate changes in the tissue.