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What is Fascia?

Fascia is our largest sensory organ, a continuous layered web of connective tissue that surrounds, interweaves between, and interpenetrates all organs, muscles, bones, nerves, lymph and blood vessels. It is made of collagen tubules containing cerebrospinal fluid that provides fluidity and glide for optimal mobility and function of tissue. Fascia influences the function of cranial nerves and the central nervous system, and provides a structural support for your body.

Fascia can become stiff and inflexible from factors such as:

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Injuries

Nervous system dysregulation

Chronic stress

Physical, Emotional Trauma

Mineral imbalances

Bad Posture

Repetitive Patterns

Dehydration


Under normal circumstances, the fascia is fluid-like, stretchy and flexible. However, when we experience trauma, they accumulate and create tightness in the Fascial system. This tension compromises our bodies ability to perform basic functions such as blood and lymph flow necessary for optimal health. Through this, the body is continuously trying to help you by using resourceful compensation patterns to adapt to the tightness in different areas. Over time however, the body runs out of options to adapt, which then may cause a multitude of ailments, such as chronic pain.

Craniosacral Fascial Therapy (CFT) was developed by Dr. Barry Gillespie and blends the two established modalities of Dr. William Sutherland's Craniosacral Therapy and John Barnes' Myofascial Release, along with dental techniques developed from Dr. Gillespie’s experience as a periodontist.

 

CFT is a gentle form of bodywork that unwinds fascial strain throughout the body.  By relieving the fascial strain, this allows optimal mobility and brain function. CFT is based on the theory that the Craniosacral and Fascial Systems are not separate but one interconnected system.​

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Learn more here:

What is CFT? The Gillespie Approach

www.craniosacralfascialtherapy.com

Craniosacral Fascial Therapy

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CHILDREN:

 

  • Asthma

  • Earaches

  • Chronic ear infections

  • Concussions

  • ADHD/ADD

  • Learning disorders

  • TMJ/Clenching/Grinding

  • Sinus conditions

  • Anxiety

  • Neck pain

  • Digestive issues

  • Bedwetting

  • Headache/migraine

  • Scoliosis

  • Speech

ADULTS:

 

  • Headache/migraine

  • Concussion

  • TMJ

  • Oral restrictions

  • Chronic pain

  • Range of motion

  • Digestive issues

  • Hip/pelvic pain

  • Sinus conditions

  • Shoulder pain

  • Anxiety/depression

  • Sleep issues/airway

  • Whiplash

  • Scars

  • Back pain

What conditions could Fascial Therapy help with?

Benefits of Fascial Therapy

INFANTS:

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  • Birth trauma

  • Oral restrictions (tongue tie/lip/cheek tie, pre/post release)

  • Torticollis

  • Head asymmetry

  • Colic

  • Reflux

  • Gas

  • Constipation

  • Plagiocephaly

  • Disrupted sleep

  • Earaches

  • Feeding difficulties (difficulty with latch, sucking, swallowing)​

  • Head injury

  • Irregular bowels

  • Movement dysfunction 

  • Neurological function

  • General fussiness

*this is not an exclusive list

You will remain fully clothed throughout the session. We recommend wearing loose fitting attire that you can comfortably move in. 

 

The treatment consists of a gentle touch to release tension and toxins. At most, you may feel some stretching or there may be a more active "unwind" motion.

What to Expect

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