| Cranial Osteopathy is considered a holistic treatment, | | | | To examine the cranium, the head is typically gently |
| as it not only conducts cures for the head but also | | | | held by the Osteopath, the Osteopath can then feel |
| provides treatment for the body as a whole. As can | | | | and discover how the body reacts to the realignment |
| be seen below it may benefit a variety of physical and | | | | corrections. Furthermore the Osteopath by supporting |
| mental conditions, which can be successful for all ages, | | | | the head senses the movement of the bones, thus |
| particularly for babies, children and individuals with | | | | determining the way the membranes move and how |
| severe or unresolved issues. | | | | the spinal fluid circulates around the brain. By |
| Cranial Osteopathy is one technique used to retain a | | | | discovering this rhythm the Osteopath can work in |
| sense of stability and equilibrium between the many | | | | unison with the client's body. |
| interconnected systems and structures within our | | | | Most people become deeply relaxed as the tension is |
| bodies. Moreover it provides natural pain relief for the | | | | gradually drawn out of their body. Once the Osteopath |
| body. | | | | has determined where the problem is manifesting itself, |
| This form of Osteopathy, whilst being gentle has a | | | | they will give you an explanation, make a diagnosis of |
| powerful effect upon the deeper systems of the body, | | | | your condition, recommend a suitable course of |
| which incorporate the membranes, nerves and bones. | | | | treatment and you may be advised on any lifestyle or |
| Instant relief is often experienced throughout the whole | | | | dietary changes which would compliment your |
| body, when stress and tension is relieved, using these | | | | treatment. |
| techniques. | | | | Side effects may occur and involve, light-headedness |
| Within the sessions, the Osteopath, via skilled | | | | or a feeling of tiredness. These effects could last from |
| 'palpitation', senses limitations in the movement patterns | | | | a few minutes to up a day after the treatment. If the |
| of the body's structures and fluids. The intention upon | | | | side effects continue for any longer than 24 hours, |
| finding any restrictions is to treat and alleviate any pain | | | | consult your Cranial Osteopath. |
| using realignment techniques, which also intends to | | | | Cranial Osteopathy is proven to be a safe and |
| restore sacral rhythm to optimum pace. | | | | beneficial therapy, which is used by people of all ages. |
| Cranial Osteopathy may benefit a wide range of | | | | The advantages of this therapy are widely |
| physical and mental conditions including; Arthritis, | | | | acknowledged within the healthcare profession. |
| Cerebral Palsy, Dyslexia, Headaches, Insomnia, Neck | | | | It is wise to research and select a therapist who is |
| Pain, Sinusitis and Stress - emotional and physical. | | | | either a member of, or accredited by, an association or |
| At the initial consultation with the Osteopath the | | | | professional body. Cranial Osteopaths are obligated to |
| therapist will need to ascertain whether you may have | | | | a code of ethics and procedure that determines the |
| any prior injuries or if you are currently taking any | | | | therapy is carried out in a suitable and safe |
| medication. In addition a physical assessment may be | | | | environment. These regulations guarantee a specialist |
| necessary and may entail testing reflexes, blood | | | | who has undergone certifiable training and receives |
| pressure and observing the clients standing and sitting | | | | professional up-skilling. |
| posture and level of movement. | | | | |