Craniosacral Therapy: A Visceral, Vascular, Lymphatic and Fascial Approach
This technique helps redefine what "deep tissue massage" means. Instead of using force to achieve therapeutic shifts in the body, which can sometimes hurt or injure, my hands are used as finely-tuned means for working as deep into the body as necessary without using heavy tissue compression. What makes this phenomenal form of touch so beneficial is that while it feels so gentle to receive, deep physical releases are simultaneously occurring with ease. Difficult-to-treat pain and dysfunction caused by organ imbalances, bones, ligaments, fascia, the lymphatic system, and brain tissue will move toward a healthier state. Nerve, muscle, and joint pain greatly decrease while a client remains fully clothed.
What makes this form of Craniosacral Therapy unique is in the way I am trained to treat tissues within the body. By paying special attention to the organs, blood vessels, lymphatic and nervous systems, a client's physical needs are addressed at a root level.
The form of assessment and touch I use is directly inspired by my trainings with Frank and Laurie Lowen, two incredible healers whose deep insights have led to great advancements in light-touch bodywork.
Visceral Manipulation
The focus of Visceral Manipulation is on restrictions within and surrounding organs that are causing or contributing to pain and dysfunction. Gentle hand techniques are incorporated to relieve tensions and restrictions linked to muscular-skeletal, nervous, lymphatic, or vascular system imbalances. Circulation to and from muscles, ligaments, and fascia will improve considerably. Nervous system communication between the brain, spinal cord, and entire body increases, resulting in less pain and higher functionality.
My approach to Visceral Manipulation is to use Dynamic Manual Interface touch, rendering the work less invasive and more enjoyable to receive. Clients remain fully clothed for this session. To learn more about this work click here.
Craniosacral Therapy
As a light touch therapy created by Dr. John Upledger, Craniosacral Therapy is centered on a vital aspect of the beautifully complex human body—the central nervous system. Restrictions in dense connective tissue surrounding the brain and spinal cord are a common cause of pain and dysfunction throughout the body. At the same time, restrictions within cranial bones and the brain itself can also cause major disruptions in a person's well-being. All of these aforementioned causes of stress can be kindly addressed with this technique.
In order to maximize the power and effectiveness of Craniosacral Therapy, I always assess the whole body, including organs, bones, muscles, fascia, and the circulatory system. By releasing these tensions along with the craniosacral system, a client leaves a session with a body that is more fully prepared to heal at a deeper level. This work is performed with a client fully clothed. Visit DaoCloud to learn more about the benefits of Craniosacral Therapy.
Myofascial Release
Myofascial Release is a complete system of bodywork created by physical therapist John Barnes. The beauty of this work is that it creates space for deep releases of fascia, the body's most extensive network of tissues. Go to DaoCloud to explore the breadth of what acupuncture can treat. By use of firm yet gentle pressure that is applied slowly over a course of several minutes, restrictions in fascia are treated to completion, resulting in bodily changes that are long-lasting. These changes then set the stage for significant increases in blood and lymphatic circulation, improved nervous system communication, range of motion, and a sense of freedom within your body and mind. Chronic pain and injuries of a longstanding nature will begin to heal. The process of allowing ample time for pain-causing restrictions to shift to a fluid state is what makes this technique so incredibly effective. To learn more about Myofascial Release, click here.