Cranial Sacral Massage
Question:Please can you help me find a massage therapist that is qualified to perform craniosacral massage on a 2-month-old baby in the Oxford area? I have heard that massage is very beneficial for babies who don't sleep less than an hour each time they are put to bed.
Craniosacral massage therapy is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the function of the craniosacral system. This body system is comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid and it surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord.
Craniosacral therapy uses a method of very light, soft touch in order to release restrictions in the craniosacral system and to improve the functioning of the central nervous system. Craniosacral therapy is increasingly used as a preventive health measure for its ability to bolster resistance to disease. Its effective for a wide range of medical problems. Craniosacral therapy can be of benefit in almost any circumstance, but its particularly relevant for babies and children for several reasons.
Craniosacral massage is gentle and non-invasive, so babies can be treated while asleep, feeding or when being cradled in their mothers arms. Craniosacral therapy is uniquely effective for relieving common childhood conditions such as colic, ear infections, poor sleep and restlessness.
To learn more about craniosacral therapy, its benefits, and to find a practitioner please browse the links on the Massage Therapy 101 website.
Good luck with your search!
Karin
