Cranial Osteopathy is a gentle yet extremely effective therapy that can be used in acutely painful or delicate conditions for people of all ages, from new born babies to the elderly. Specific gentle pressure is applied wherever necessary (not only on the head) to enable the inherent healing ability of the body to function efficiently. It also encourages the release of stresses and tensions throughout the body.
What conditions can Cranial Osteopathy treat?
It has become renowned for its treatment of infant colic, reflux and infant sleep problems, but it is also highly effective in the treatment of a broad spectrum of other childhood and adult conditions. These tend to fall into three categories:
- Chronic or Developing Conditions such as:
- Headaches and Migraines (link)
- Jaw problems (TMJ)
- Sinusitis
- Face pain
- Fibromyalgia
- Some types of arthritic and rheumatic pain (link)
- Traumatic Injuries:
- Car accidents
- Whiplash
- Falls
- Sport Injuries
- Post-surgery
- Traumatic birthing processes
- Stress Sufferers:
People who are physically and/or emotionally exhausted and who may be suffering from one or more of the following stress related conditions:
- Physical pain in muscles and joints due to maintaining a “stress posture”
- Digestive problems
- Anxiety symptoms
- Depression
- Insomnia
- Headaches(link)
- Mood swings and feeling “run down” or overwhelmed