The Wave Clinic

CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is a specialised field of alternative medicine, born from osteopathy, that supports health. Its’ name stems from the craniosacral system – the membranes and fluid that surround the brain and spinal cord – Central Nervous System. CST supports healing of emotional as well as physical pain, trauma, anxiety and the stresses of life.

How it works

CST supports regulation of the nervous system ~ specifically the vagus nerve ~ and allows conditions resulting from stress and trauma to resolve. It enhances the body’s natural healing processes to let go of the negative impact of life’s pressures – mentally, physically and emotionally.

Our bodies are the stories of our lives ~ holding tension and imprints of memories. Emotional trauma develops when a life event feels overwhelming and is more than a person can tolerate at the time, During the experience, our facia and muscles contract in order to protect us. However, after the event has passed and when unexpressed emotions are repressed, the holding becomes unnecessary and starts to affect our health, causing pain and anxiety, poor posture, headaches and sleep disturbance.

Benefits

Relieving tension and strain from the tissues around the craniosacral system fosters a feeling of calm and improves wellbeing, including digestive, respiratory, circulatory and skeletal systems. It is an effective treatment for helping people with a wide range of health challenges associated with pain and dysfunction.

CST is an effective treatment for newborns and children of all ages. Newborns often carry patterns of birth trauma, resulting in a fussy baby, colic, reflux and muscle strain. A gentle treatment can relieve discomfort and help baby adapt to their new environment.

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