FAQs & Research

Top Craniosacral Therapy Questions & Answers

We've compiled the most common questions about Craniosacral Therapy.
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What is craniosacral therapy?
Craniosacral therapy is a gentle, hands-on wellness approach that helps the body unwind from recent or long-held tension and stress, promoting deep relaxation and balance. With precise, gentle contact, the practitioner listens to subtle body cues, encouraging the body’s natural capacity for balance and integration.

What should I wear? Do I have to undress?
You remain fully clothed during a craniosacral therapy session. Loose, comfortable clothing can make it easier to relax, but you’re welcome to wear your regular daily clothes.

What can I expect during and after a session?
During your session, you will lie comfortably supported on a massage table while I use a light touch to hold different areas of your body, including your head. Many clients notice sensations such as softening, warmth, gentle shifts, or deep stillness. After the session, clients often feel deeply relaxed, grounded, or more aware of subtle changes in their body. Each experience is unique and encourages calm and overall well-being.

Who can benefit from craniosacral therapy?
Many clients seek craniosacral therapy to manage stress, support general well-being, or complement other wellness practices. It is suitable for all ages, including pregnant women interested in a gentle approach to relaxation and balance.

Are there any situations where craniosacral therapy should be avoided? Craniosacral therapy is gentle and non-invasive, but certain medical situations may require extra care. If you are pregnant and have preeclampsia, gestational hypertension, or preterm labor, or have a recent head injury, deep vein thrombosis, pulmonary embolism, or any active blood clotting disorder, please consult your healthcare provider before scheduling a session.

Research & Evidence from Leading Health Institutions

Explore the evidence and context of Craniosacral Therapy through articles and studies from trusted third-party sources and leading health institutions.

“Craniosacral Therapy”
An introductory guide from the Cleveland Clinic

“Craniosacral therapy for chronic pain: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials”
A systematic review on CST for chronic pain relief
Source: NIH/PubMed

Upledger Institute International Research/Articles
Learn about the origins and philosophy from the Upledger Institute International.

Cranial Sacral Therapy: Benefits and Side Effects”
by Ana Gotter, medically reviewed by Heidi Moawad, M.D.
Source: Healthline