Has anyone experienced Cranial Release Therapy as an alternative method to diminish stress and restore wellness. Massage therapists and other body workers are learning this technique to restore proper function to the nervous system, and proper balance to the body structure. It is based on the assumption that the bones that make up the human cranium move in a rhythmic pattern throughout life. The movment of these bones somehow regulates the nervous system and promotes less stress. I am unable to find much scientific information on the subject. There are plenty of references to the teachers of the technique who charge a pretty penny to share their knowledge with you. There are testimonials touting success with Parkinson's patients. Is this "hocus -pocus" or is there something to trigger point massage and stress relief?

Gary

Hi Gary,

My feeling about complimentary therapies although they may not be a means to an end (cure all pd sx) in and of themselves they certainly support the process of healing and occasionally spark a breakthrough now and then. We peel our outdated layers like shedding skin.

i have experienced insights (thoughts i've never thought before) and deep relaxation with cranial sacral work. this alone makes the process worthwhile to me- one of the challenges is to get enough of it. I think I could make remarkable progress if i could get massage (and Cranial work) more often (every day!) ideally it is best to have at least two CS therapists work on you together. guess it comes down to how much you like to r e l a x !

its the journey....

regards,
md

Also known as "cranial sacral therapy" or "craniosacral therapy". John Upledger DO is the founder of this therapy
http://upledger.com/content.asp?id=26
I am a major proponent of this therapy for many issues, PD included. i have no objective data for PD. It certainly helped back pain and migranes. my husband who has PD says he generally feels better after a session.

It's been very beneficial for some cardiovascular issues I've been dealing with the past two years. One session stopped entirely an irregular pulse problem, which hasn't returned. I tend to be very skeptical of anything that works so subtly, but this treatment was very persuasive. Whether it has helped slow down pd progression, I'm not sure. But if you can afford it, regular treatments may provide indirect benefits.

Jon