Craniosacral Therapy

What is CST?

Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a non-invasive, light touch modality that encourages mobility and optimizes function and balance in the body. The pressure is about the weight of a nickel coin.  The gentle nature of this therapy makes it an excellent option for infants and young children.

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Why Get It?

There are many reasons parents seek out CST for their children, but your child doesn’t need to have anything specific you’d like addressed to receive a treatment. Just the process of pregnancy and birth, whether vaginal or via belly birth, can cause symptoms that may improve with CST. Some other issues commonly treated with CST are reflux, gas, problems with elimination, torticollis, and feeding trouble. After CST, families often report noticing improvements in latch during feedings, decreased fussiness, reduced body tension, and improved sleep. CST is particularly beneficial post-tie release because it encourages the body to relax, creates new patterns, and functional movements.  This may not have been possible with restrictions in the mouth.