Craniosacral Therapy – a Powerful Treatment for Vertigo

Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a powerful vertigo treatment for patients who have not found relief from medical prescriptions. Vertigo is a sensation of feeling off-balance, accompanied by nausea and visual disturbances. You either think that your body or the environment around you is spinning. It can be temporary or long-term and may occur at any age. It can make daily life extremely difficult, especially if it involves light sensitivity, chronic headaches, and loss of balance and equilibrium.

It is believed that many cases of vertigo are associated with a craniosacral problem. They can result from injury or strain to the muscles of the upper back, neck, and shoulders, which are attached to the cranium (the part of the skull that encloses the brain). These bones can get jammed together or pulled out of alignment, impinging on the spinal and cranial nerves. Subsequently, it can interfere with cerebrospinal fluid flow, leading to further dysfunction.

What is Craniosacral Therapy?

Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a non-invasive physiotherapy treatment modality used by chiropractors, osteopaths, and massage therapists. It is a gentle, hands-on technique used to manipulate the joints in the cranium, sacrum, and spinal column, aiming to relieve pain and stress caused by compression. It is thought that manipulating these areas can normalise the flow of cerebrospinal fluid, remove blockages, and thereby increase the body’s ability to heal. It can help treat various conditions and symptoms, including vertigo

CST has been gaining many followers because of its natural approach to treating vertigo. If your vertigo is episodic and you’re diagnosed with an inner ear dysfunction, you likely have a craniosacral problem. A qualified craniosacral therapist can determine this within minutes. Using light touch, the therapist palpates various body sites to assess ease of motion and the rhythm of cerebrospinal fluid pulsation throughout the brain and spinal cord. Manual therapy is then applied to release tissue restrictions.

When the flow of cerebrospinal fluid around the brain and spinal cord is normalised, it enhances the body’s ability to correct a wide variety of dysfunctions. Symptoms associated with vertigo, such as migraines, headaches, neck and back pain, fatigue, and other stress-related disorders, can be alleviated. Craniosacral therapy not only balances the cranial bones but also calms the entire central nervous system.

During a session, you will be brought to a quiet, dimly lit room to promote relaxation. You can expect your therapist to have you lie on your back on the massage table, fully clothed. The assessment typically begins with palpation of the head, then the sacrum, and other affected areas, such as the ankles. You may be asked to shift your body slightly from time to time, and the therapist will gently move your head as they touch different areas of your skull. The gradual release of restrictions will cause you to drift off in a very relaxed state.

If you’re suffering from vertigo and want to try a non-invasive treatment like craniosacral therapy in Dubai, Scandinavian Physiotherapy Center is the best place for you. Restore harmony within your central nervous system and get rid of your vertigo today! Call +971 4 551 6126 for more information.