Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT)
Craniosacral Fascial Therapy is the work of Dr. Barry Gillespie. It is based on his theory that the Craniosacral and Fascial systems are not separate, but one interconnected system. CFT blends the two established modalities of Dr. William Sutherland’s Cranial Sacral Therapy and John Barnes’ Myofascial Release, along with dental techniques developed by Dr. Gillespie’s experience as a periodontist.
From birth through adulthood, we experience trauma that can have a lasting effect on our health and vitality. When untreated, traumas can lead to chronic conditions. By integrating Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT) into your wellness routine, you can access a wide array of health benefits. CFT works at the root of many physical and emotional challenges by addressing restrictions in the body’s fascia, which can hold tension and trauma.
Craniosacral Fascial Therapy is a gentle, hands-on modality that focuses on the craniosacral fascial system. The intricate craniosacral fascial system originates in the body’s core around the brain and spinal cord and extends through the fascial web. A healthy system allows for the free flow of cerebral spinal fluid from the brain, down the spine, to the sacrum, and into the fascia. CFT addresses restrictions within the fascial and craniosacral systems.
Benefits of Craniosacral Fascial Therapy in Adults:
Enhanced Nervous System Function
Pain Relief
Stress Reduction
Better Sleep
Immune System Support
Improved Cerebrospinal Fluid Flow
Emotional Well-being
Mind-Body Awareness
Benefits of Craniosacral Fascial Therapy in Infants include:
Birth trauma
Tongue tie-lip tie
Torticollis
Reflux
Colic
Inability to latch
Difficulty sucking
Difficulty swallowing
Constipation
Indigestion
Asymmetrical head shape
Earache
Crawling patterns
Stridor
Strabismus .
Benefits of Craniosacral Fascial Therapy in Children:
Anxiety
Autism
Mouthbreathing
Bedwetting
Headache
Scoliosis
Asthma
Earache
Concussion
ADHD/ADD
Learning disorders
Sinus conditions