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Craniosacral Therapy

Pregnancy: Use with caution

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This is the gentle physical manipulation of the skull, spine and sacral bones to 'align' them and create a better state of health for the individual. The practitioner believes that this alignment allows the body to balance, restore and heal itself of a number of ailments

Caution
  • None significant


  • Enthusiastic manipulation by the practitioner may cause injuries, especially to children


  • Avoid relying on this method as the only means of managing any health problem

Therapy for:
  • Back Ache


  • Stress relief management


  • Autism spectrum disorder 


  • Chronic fatigue


  • Tinnitus


Comments
  • Developed by John Upledger. 1970s osteopath


  • It is likely to be a Placebo intervention; there is no scientific evidence of effectiveness


  • Its practice is unregulated, hence, you can not trust the credentials of practitioners

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Diabetes: Use with caution

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Children: Use with caution

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