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Cranial Osteopathy/ Craniosacral May be the first question would come to anyones mind
what is the relationship between cranial osteopathy/ Craniosacral approach by Dr. Upledger, and traditional Manual therapy care?.Well, let me ask a straight question? Is there any relationship between Craniosacral mechanism and Low back pain, or Somatic Pain (Body aches, etc...)?Does cranial osteopathy or Craniosacral mechanism may affect Brain Physiology? What about TMJ lesions? Can you help your Headaches patients , etc
the answer is YES,
please come to the course to learn more on many ways of integrating Traditional manual therapy Care vs. Manual therapy with Global osteopathic approach philosophy in mind. Student may ready any Cranial osteopathy Books like Cranial osteopathy by torsion Liem or Cranial Manipulation: Theory and Practice... by Leon Chaitow ND DO or the great book of pediatrics manual medicine by professor Jane Carreiro, DOBut the bottom line for first timer or new student to study the Skull structural anatomy like the suture , Foramens , Common features, land marks, and cranial Nerves Basic anatomy and function Let us define what Cranial Osteopathy is: is a refined and subtle type of treatment that encourages the release of stresses and tensions throughout the body, including the head.
It is based on a number of findings about the bodys subtle physiology, such as the intrinsic ability of the body to heal itself and self-regulate. This ability expresses itself as the intrinsic mobility of all parts of the body. Restrictions in this mobility may affect the mechanisms of self-regulation and produce symptoms.
It is a gentle and yet extremely effective approach that may be used to treat a wide range of conditions in people of all ages, from birth to old age.
Cranial osteopaths are trained to feel a very subtle, rhythmical shape change that is present in all body tissues. This is called Involuntary Motion or the Cranial Rhythm. The movement is of very small amplitude; therefore it takes practitioners with a very finely developed sense of touch to feel it. This rhythm was first described in the early 1900's by Dr. William G. Sutherland and its existence was confirmed in a series of laboratory tests in the 1960's and '70's.Tension in the body disrupts the cranial rhythm. Practitioners compare what your rhythm is doing to what they consider ideal. This shows them what stresses and strains your body is under at present, and what tensions it may be carrying as a result of its past history. It also gives them an insight into the overall condition of your body, for example if it is healthy, or stressed and tired. In response to physical trauma or emotional stress, the bodys tissues react. Any stresses, strains and tensions which remain in the body may affect its functions and give rise to problems over time. The effects can be both physical and emotional. This therapy provides an opportunity for the body to let go of its restrictive patterns and return to a normal mode of functioning.The Craniosacral System
The craniosacral system consists of the membranes and fluid that surround and support the brain and spinal cord. It extends from the bones of the head (cranium) down to the bones at the base of the spine (sacrum). The fluid within the membranes is continuously draining and refilling.
The filling and draining creates gentle, rhythmic, expanding and contracting movements that can be felt anywhere in the body by the trained therapist. These movements are the craniosacral rhythm. They occur at a rate of about six to twelve complete cycles per minute.
The therapist gains valuable information about where the body would most benefit from change by monitoring the craniosacral rhythm. The source of pain isn't always obvious. Benefits
Cranial Osteopathy is helpful for people of all ages. It has successfully been used to treat such diverse conditions as headaches, TMJ dysfunction, chronic middle ear infections, vertigo, depression, back pain, joint immobility, neck pain, sinus congestion, migraines, learning disabilities, the effects of childhood trauma and negative touch.
In infants, it is used to treat colic, sleep disorders, feeding problems, breathing or digestive difficulties, various congenital, neurological and genetic problems, plus the effects of forceps, vacuum extractor or cesarean delivery.By complementing the body's natural healing processes, CSO is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction.Osteopaths treat the whole person, not just the condition. Using the principles of Osteopathy, a wide range of conditions can be treated, including: Back and neck painJoint painHeadache and migraineDigestive disorders Period pain and irregularityRecurrent infection SinusitisAsthma and chest complaintsStress, depression, and fatigueGeneral ill healthChildhood problems. Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ) Orthopedic Problems
What is the difference between a Cranial Osteopath and Structural Osteopath?In their training, Osteopaths are taught a variety of treatment methods and techniques, ranging from the well known 'high velocity thrust' with its dramatic clicks, to the very gently applied methods used by so called 'Cranial Osteopaths'.Osteopaths vary in their treatment methods depending on their own preference and individual patient's problems.'Cranial Osteopath' is the name by which Osteopaths who work at the gentler, subtle end of the spectrum of different treatment approaches, have become known. Osteopaths may have different specialities, including sports injuries, pediatrics, visceral (treating the internal organs of the body). Cranial Osteopathy embraces all of these.What training has a cranial osteopath undergone?All British Osteopaths undergo a 4 year BSc. degree course training, which qualifies them to practice Osteopathy. The basic training in Cranial Osteopathy is given during this period. Many Osteopaths decide to specialize in cranial techniques, and carry out further, post-graduate studies in Cranial Osteopathy.What is the difference between 'Cranial Osteopathy' and 'Cranio-Sacral Therapy'?Cranial Osteopaths are registered with the General Osteopathic Council, and specialize in Cranial Osteopathic techniques. 'Cranio-sacral therapists' are not Osteopaths, but work on the same mechanism within the body.
It is based on a number of findings about the bodys subtle physiology, such as the intrinsic ability of the body to heal itself and self-regulate. This ability expresses itself as the intrinsic mobility of all parts of the body. Restrictions in this mobility may affect the mechanisms of self-regulation and produce symptoms.
It is a gentle and yet extremely effective approach that may be used to treat a wide range of conditions in people of all ages, from birth to old age.
Cranial osteopaths are trained to feel a very subtle, rhythmical shape change that is present in all body tissues. This is called Involuntary Motion or the Cranial Rhythm. The movement is of very small amplitude; therefore it takes practitioners with a very finely developed sense of touch to feel it. This rhythm was first described in the early 1900's by Dr. William G. Sutherland and its existence was confirmed in a series of laboratory tests in the 1960's and '70's.Tension in the body disrupts the cranial rhythm. Practitioners compare what your rhythm is doing to what they consider ideal. This shows them what stresses and strains your body is under at present, and what tensions it may be carrying as a result of its past history. It also gives them an insight into the overall condition of your body, for example if it is healthy, or stressed and tired. In response to physical trauma or emotional stress, the bodys tissues react. Any stresses, strains and tensions which remain in the body may affect its functions and give rise to problems over time. The effects can be both physical and emotional. This therapy provides an opportunity for the body to let go of its restrictive patterns and return to a normal mode of functioning.The Craniosacral System
The craniosacral system consists of the membranes and fluid that surround and support the brain and spinal cord. It extends from the bones of the head (cranium) down to the bones at the base of the spine (sacrum). The fluid within the membranes is continuously draining and refilling.
The filling and draining creates gentle, rhythmic, expanding and contracting movements that can be felt anywhere in the body by the trained therapist. These movements are the craniosacral rhythm. They occur at a rate of about six to twelve complete cycles per minute.
The therapist gains valuable information about where the body would most benefit from change by monitoring the craniosacral rhythm. The source of pain isn't always obvious. Benefits
Cranial Osteopathy is helpful for people of all ages. It has successfully been used to treat such diverse conditions as headaches, TMJ dysfunction, chronic middle ear infections, vertigo, depression, back pain, joint immobility, neck pain, sinus congestion, migraines, learning disabilities, the effects of childhood trauma and negative touch.
In infants, it is used to treat colic, sleep disorders, feeding problems, breathing or digestive difficulties, various congenital, neurological and genetic problems, plus the effects of forceps, vacuum extractor or cesarean delivery.By complementing the body's natural healing processes, CSO is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease, and is effective for a wide range of medical problems associated with pain and dysfunction.Osteopaths treat the whole person, not just the condition. Using the principles of Osteopathy, a wide range of conditions can be treated, including: Back and neck painJoint painHeadache and migraineDigestive disorders Period pain and irregularityRecurrent infection SinusitisAsthma and chest complaintsStress, depression, and fatigueGeneral ill healthChildhood problems. Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome (TMJ) Orthopedic Problems
What is the difference between a Cranial Osteopath and Structural Osteopath?In their training, Osteopaths are taught a variety of treatment methods and techniques, ranging from the well known 'high velocity thrust' with its dramatic clicks, to the very gently applied methods used by so called 'Cranial Osteopaths'.Osteopaths vary in their treatment methods depending on their own preference and individual patient's problems.'Cranial Osteopath' is the name by which Osteopaths who work at the gentler, subtle end of the spectrum of different treatment approaches, have become known. Osteopaths may have different specialities, including sports injuries, pediatrics, visceral (treating the internal organs of the body). Cranial Osteopathy embraces all of these.What training has a cranial osteopath undergone?All British Osteopaths undergo a 4 year BSc. degree course training, which qualifies them to practice Osteopathy. The basic training in Cranial Osteopathy is given during this period. Many Osteopaths decide to specialize in cranial techniques, and carry out further, post-graduate studies in Cranial Osteopathy.What is the difference between 'Cranial Osteopathy' and 'Cranio-Sacral Therapy'?Cranial Osteopaths are registered with the General Osteopathic Council, and specialize in Cranial Osteopathic techniques. 'Cranio-sacral therapists' are not Osteopaths, but work on the same mechanism within the body.
