This information pertains solely to our practice at Pediatric Building Blocks. 

CranioSacral Therapy is a service that PBB offers to our private clients.  To facilitate a better understand the following information is offered for your review.  This was taken from the Upledger Institute webpage and excerpts from their literature.  As the creator of this modality they can offer the best description and explanation of this technique.  For details and information, including practitioners in your local area, please visit the Upledger Institute web site.

CranioSacral Therapy

CranioSacral Therapy or CST was developed by osteopathic physician John E. Upledger, D.O., O.M.M., in the 1970's.   It is based on the theories of William Sutherland, D.O. (an osteopath from the early 1900's); Dr. Upledger's research at Michigan State University (1975-83); and extensive clinical application.

CST is a gentle, hands-on method of evaluating and enhancing the function of the CranioSacral system — the physiological body system comprised of the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surround and protect the brain and spinal cord. 

CST enhances the body’s natural healing processes to improve the operation of the central nervous system, dissipate the negative effects of stress, enhance health and strengthen resistance to disease. The method generally requires only five grams of pressure — the equivalent weight of a nickel — to test for restrictions in various parts of the craniosacral system. Often the evaluation alone will help solve the presenting problem. Among the medical conditions for which CranioSacral Therapy has shown to be effective are: