“If I understand correctly, CranioSacral therapy basically aims to improve the functioning of the central nervous system. Is that right?”
Yes, that is correct. The central nervous system (CNS), which is comprised of the brain and spinal cord, is encased within three layers of connective tissue. These layers are part of the craniosacral system (CSS) that forms a somewhat flexible container that is filled with the brain and spinal cord. If the container is distorted then the contents will also be affected in some way.
When abnormal stress occurs within the CSS layers such as, twists, pulls, bends, overstretch, or compression, then the tissue of the CNS may become distorted. If the delicate brain or spinal cord undergo structural deformation then the tissue becomes overly stressed. This stress can alter the way cells work or inhibit their ability to work at all leading to a multitude of dysfunction.
One primary objective of CranioSacral Therapy is to assist the body in decreasing harmful strain within the CSS layers, which in turn helps to alleviate injurious stress of the CNS cells. As this occurs then the CNS cells can function, adapt or compensate to their optimal ability.
