| | craniofascial.com presents obscure and unexplored aspects of craniosacral therapy and selected history, anatomy, physiology, pathology and technique issues that are not readily found elsewhere. Craniofascial Therapy is a manual technique and approach for all the body, as fascia and other connective tissues are widespread. The head is of particular relevance, as the cranial bones actually have slight but definite mobility patterns that can be assessed and released. The Australian Craniofascial Therapy School was founded in 1992 by director Malcolm Hiort and conducts workshops for physical therapists in Melbourne, elsewhere in Australia and South East Asia.
Students learn about cranial osteopath WG Sutherland’s Primary Respiratory Mechanism; how the brain and cranial ventricles produce the cranial rhythm that can be palpated throughout the body, as mediated by the fascia and fluids of the body tissues. As every muscle is wrapped in fascia, and membranes in the head (the dural meninges) connect with the sacrum at the bottom of the spine, and each organ is wrapped and supported by fascia, these connective tissues require specialised methods to release tension. Gentle interactive assessment and release techniques are learned that have many valuable applications throughout the body to restore mobility and function, ease pain and prevent symptoms. Malcolm Hiort combines craniofascial with other manual therapies to treat clients. Individual consultations are available in inner Melbourne. You will find on this site |
