What is craniosacral therapy and how can it help your child's development? At Chiro for Kidz, our pediatric specialists offer this therapy to all our pediatric patients as an adjunct to their chiropractic care!
Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a gentle technique used to release tightness and tension in the soft tissues surrounding the brain + spinal cord. The practitioner does this by evaluating the movement and pulsation of the cerebral spinal fluid and fascia that surround our entire nervous system. CST is incredibly safe and gentle! We use the weight of a nickel to apply pressure to the cranial bones and release any tension.
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What Kidz Conditions can Benefit?
- Plagiocephaly :: irregular head shape
- Torticollis :: one-sided neck tightness
- Breastfeeding//feeding difficulties
- Sleeping disturbances
- Motor coordination
- Tongue + lip ties
- Acid reflux
***PRO TIP: In conjunction with a chiropractic adjustment, CST can help newborns recover after birth!***
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The overall goal of CST is to support optimal brain health as well as the growth and development of the nervous system. Why is this so important for newborns? Their brain volume increases over 100% in the first year of life. And as the brain grows structurally it has equal growth of one’s cognitive and motor skill!
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Our Appointments + Pricing:
- Pediatric appointments that include both CST + chiropractic treatments :: $75
- New patient appointments are 30 minutes
- Existing patients can expect a 20 minute appointment
- Other components of our care remain the same ~ your child still gets full spinal care + any at home techniques that they may benefit from.
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