Craniosacral Therapy For Animals

Craniosacral Therapy was originally developed and cultivated by osteopathic physician John E. Upledger. CST is a non-invasive and gentle method of evaluating and improving the craniosacral system which is made up of the dural tube, membranes and cerebrospinal fluid that surrounds and protects the brain and spinal cord. With a light touch, about the weight of a nickel, a craniosacral practitioner can release restrictions in the craniosacral system.

Dave working with Coffee the greyhound
CranioSacral Therapy (CST) has been found to be an effective therapy for many conditions affecting animals. Some of these issues include spine and neck problems, lyme disease, arthritis, chronic joint and spine pain, hip dysplasia, systemic disorders, TMJ, emotional and behavioral problems, and mobility issues. All animals can benefit from this safe and gentle form of care.

CranioSacral work can be of benefit to the following equine conditions:

  • Facial nerve paralysis
  • Headshaking
  • Head injuries and traumas
  • Emotional problems
  • Lameness
  • TMJ (Temporal Mandibular Joint Dysfunction)
  • Colic
  • Tinnitus (ringing in the ears)
  • Blocked tear ducts
  • Castration
  • Cribbing
  • Spinal injuries
  • Hind end injuries

David doing craniosacral therapy on Ann Daniel's pot-belly pig "Rosco" at the Reading pet expo.

CranioSacral work can be of benefit to the following canine conditions:

  • Hip dysplaysia
  • Head injuries/traumas
  • Emotional problems
  • Behavior problems
  • Pre/Post Surgery
  • TMJ (temporalmandibular joint dysfunction)
  • Blocked tear ducts
  • Spay/neutering
  • Spinal injuries
  • Hind end injuries/lameness
  • and others!!!