Cranial Bio-Dynamics is often described as a gentle rhythmic motion of the bones and tissues of the skull and body with the ebb and flow of the cerebrospinal fluid. Restrictions can lead to reduced adaptability to the stresses of life. Craniosacral therapy addresses obstacles to motion, freeing the innate healing energies of the body. Craniosacral therapy to support Autonomic Nervous System health and overall "bodyfield Coherence" is a major part of my naturopathic physical therapy.


BEIJING UNIVERSITY OF CHINESE MEDICINE & PHARMACOLOGY Cosmetic Acupuncture & Chinese Cosmetic Specialist
Louis Woolf CMIR (Chinese Medical Institute & Register London) Cranio-Sacral therapy is a powerful integrative therapy. It is one of the most direct ways of assessing and improving the factors that affect the Autonomic Nervous System. A treatment session provides several benefits. The patient's mind gets to monitor what it feels like when the body relaxes and the Autonomic Nervous System is more in control.This work serves as a very effective way to remove blocks to the efficient motion of cranial fluid and tissues. The result of this is to enhance the motion of the cranial bones and overall body energy. The deep relaxation has been described by some as like being in a deep sleep.

Some people have experienced visual or other kinds of insights during this work. "Somato-Emotional Release" is the name given to the way some people experience a letting-go of being controlled by past negative memories.

When used in an overall program of Integrative Medicine and Biological Dentistry, Cranio-Osteomyology-Sacral therapy is a cost-effective treatment that could benefit almost every patient. [see Precautions below]

Note: Many parents have found benefit for their children from craniosacral therapy. I offer craniosacral therapy within the context of integrative medicine because there are always other background factors that need to be assessed and treated.

“Giving Patients False Hope?” by Dr. John Upledger

Someone recently asked me if I think CranioSacral Therapists give patients false hope. That’s an excellent question that I’d like to address here.

It is my belief that everyone comes to a particular disease process in a unique way. Therefore, people with essentially the same diagnostic label may respond very differently to CST.

Given this variation and highly individual response to therapy, we must always assume that it may be possible to obtain positive results.

While we must remain cautious not to have or to give anyone unrealistic expectations, we should never limit what might be possible.





We simply apply our work to the compensatory mechanisms in the body and observe how the body self- corrects or rebalances. It is the response of the body that informs our subsequent sessions.

So do we give patients false hope? Not at all. We give them hope.
ial Osteopathy

Cranial osteopathy can be used as a complete approach to healing, and is used by some osteopaths as the mainstay of their practice. To other practitioners it is a useful tool that is integrated with other styles as part of osteopathic treatment. Cranial is sometimes referred to as cranio-sacral, cranium referring to the head, and sacrum to the tail-bone at the base of the spine. Cranial technique is often administered from these areas, but is not restricted to them, and can be applied anywhere in the body.

Who can Benefit?

It is suitable for all age ranges and may be particularly helpful in infants and during pregnancy. Cranial osteopathy is thought by many to be useful in babies and children to gently release any strains present from the birth process.

Many patients report good results with cranial osteopathy for a wide range of complaints, some of which are listed below. Scientific evidence is currently limited on this subject.

1. Headaches
2. Generalised joint aches or muscular pains
3. Discomfort in pregnancy and following birth
4. Infants and children
5. Following dental surgery, or for problems with orthodontic work

Fees & Treatment Times

Allow up to 1 hr 20 mins for a first visit for adults, and 40 minutes for follow-ups, and children’s visits.

Adults £55 First visit, £38 Follow-up visit.

Children up to and including 15 years old, £38 First visit or Follow-up visit.

Please give 24 hours notice of cancellation or the fee may be charged.

Contact

If you have any queries or require further information please do not hesitate to contact us on 01237 478 818 or email us on louiswoolf@hotmail.co.uk