This approach was named in 1977 by John Upledger, D.O., and Ernest Retzlaff, Ph.D., to distinguish it from Sutherland's cranal osteopathy. According to Upledger, "CranioSacral Therapy is not osteopathy. Sutherland's approach was bone-oriented and you make bony corrections. This is soft tissue-oriented, fluid-oriented, membrane-oriented, and energy-oriented. It's much more subtle than any other kind of cranial work I know of." Palpation (touch by the practitioner) is used both to observe and treat dysfunction's in the craniosacral system, which includes the head, spinal column, and sacrum in one continuous membranous sheath. This system has its own pulse for circulation the cerebrospinal fluid (six to twelve cycles per minute) and the practitioner can feel the rate, amplitude, symmetry, and quality of the rhythm-somewhat analogous to pulse diagnosis in Ayurveda and Chinese medicine. Corrective pressure of only about five grams (the weight of a nickel) is applied to various areas to promote the re-establishment of a normal, symmetrical pattern of pulsation throughout the system. This in turn allows more efficient functioning of the entire nervous system throughout the body. Upledger reports success in treating chronic pain, chronic brain dysfunctions when there is no structural problem involved, endogenous depression, migraines, learning disabilities, dyslexia, hyperkinesis, spasticity in cerebral palsy, strabismus (cross-eyes), Meniere's disease (vertigo), and many other conditions.
----William Collinge, American Holistic Health Association
PAM BAILEY HEALING ARTIST
Incorporates cranio sacral, energy work (Rosalyn Bruyere), Altar of Creation (Dr. Stephen Weiss), myofascial release, tracker school, structural integration, Polarity, Massage, into her practice. Her Energy Anatomy classes are open to everyone and offer insight into this paradigm of health and healing. Classes include techniques for specific health needs and help practitioners develop their sensitivities. 24CE NCTBMP Pam Bailey teaches Educators to incorporate meditation, relaxation, visualization, and grounding techniques, within the classroom. Experience the positive effects upon your students educationally and socially. One-day classes can be adapted to fit a larger school audience. pambailey.biz/pamlicobailey@earthlink.net
BETHESDA HEALING ARTS CENTER
A unique physical therapy/acupuncture center emphasizing a holistic hands-on approach. We use a team approach combining CranioSacral Therapy, strain/counterstrain, Myofascial Release, Feldenkrais, Continuum breathwork and Traditional Five Element Acupuncture. Conveniently located in the heart of Bethesda.Call us at 301-656-5226.
INTEGRATIVE SOUL AND BODYWORK
Sharon Hartnett is a holistic wellness provider located in McLean, Virginia. Her work includes Structural Integration by Ida Rolf, CranialSacral Bodywork, Brennan Healing Science, and Hakomi methods (psychosomatic work) to support health and well-being. Sharon welcomes clients from early pregnancy and pediatric work to Hospice. Contact information: 703 509-1792 or Sharhartnett@aol.com www.integrativesoulandbodywork.com
NATIONAL INTEGRATED HEALTH ASSOCIATES – NIHA
National Integrated Health Associates, NIHA, a patient-centered holistic and integrative medical and dental clinic located in Washington, D.C. with 5 MDs, 2 Naturopaths, 4 Biological Dentists and other Health Practitioners who combine the best of traditional and complementary/alternative medicine and therapies. http://www.NIHAdc.com