When in doubt, check the jaw. In our mapping of the craniosacral system, I place utmost importance on treating the jaw. While not directly part of the CS system, the jaw may be the place where the most energy enters into the system. I want to share a case study as an example of how this can work in the clinic.
Read MoreThe myodural bridge is where myofascia of two of the sub occipital muscles, the rectus capitis posterior major and minor, have fascial connection with the dural tube–the membrane surrounding the spinal cord. This means that good myofascial work at the sub occipitals could also be considered fairly direct work on the craniosacral system.
Let’s unpack the anatomy a little more and explore why and how working here can impact so many symptom pictures and feel so satisfying to the person receiving the work.
Read MoreI’ve wanted to share some thoughts in honor of Craniosacral Awareness Week and it’s been a troublesome endeavor for me: partly because the work is important to me and partly because I am conflicted by what I see happening in the field and it makes me sad. It’s also unsettling to share thoughts and feelings that go against the grain.
Medicine, even natural or holistic medicine, is a field that despite what one might think, doesn’t reward unconventional and non-conforming viewpoints. When I began studying craniosacral therapy 25 years ago, I never would have imagined there would be a paradigmatic mainstream in the field but it appears that one has emerged. This fact contradicts my experience practicing, studying, reflecting on and teaching this work over the last 25 years.
Read MoreI get asked a lot about “my approach” to craniosacral therapy (CST). Of course, I have one. It is always evolving and is rooted in my experience of doing the work with the people I am treating. I am not beholden to anyone else’s ideas about the craniosacral system, I love being with each person’s system and listening to and participating with how their system presents itself…
Read MoreI want to highlight a piece of writing by Susan Raffo on the history of “Osteopathy” and craniosacral therapy (CST). It is an unfortunate history and needs to be addressed in all places that folks are learning and practicing this work. I am grateful to have come upon Susan Raffo’s work, both this piece and her newish book, Liberated to the Bone.
Read MoreWe are in the midst of evolving health challenges, and there is very little that the conventional healthcare system will be able to offer those who are suffering from complications related to long COVID. Our work as holistic health practitioners is a missing link in our decidedly under functioning healthcare system. Because of this, it seems relevant to consider craniosacral work as a component of care—and hopefully healing—for people suffering multiple chronic and long-term afflictions after COVID infection.
Read MoreMoving Mountain Institute is a training academy for clinical study and a practicing healthcare clinic. Founded by Michael McMahon, LAc, LMT, the Institute offers the highest caliber continuing education courses for natural medicine practitioners. Hands on workshops in myofascial release, cranialsacral therapy, and integrated visceral techniques are ideally suited for the Chinese medicine practitioner / acupuncturist. The institute is located in Portland, OR.
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