Repetitive or Acute sports injuries can take their toll on athletes.

Most accidents only lead to bruises and mild soft tissue injuries, however, about 25% can be serious. Especially in contact sports such as football, hockey and such, more and more athletes are facing PTSD and other emotional stress.

Supporting sport injuries with Craniosacral Therapy.

When to call the doctor:  If you are experiencing persistent pain or anxiety, which is interfering with your daily life, make sure to contact your physician before things get worst.

Once you have followed your physician’s advice, explore some Craniosacral Therapy options as the work can be very helpful.

On a physical level,  Craniosacral Therapy supports the nervous system by directly working with the brain, spinal, membranes and fluid within.  The Craniosacral System has a rhythm that allows the CS fluid to nourish and keep the nervous system balanced.  Releasing restrictions and working to help the body let go of fascial dysfunctions can improve overall functioning throughout the body, reducing pain and helping with other disorders such as digestive issues,  TMJ, migraines, fibromyalgia, just to name a few.  On an emotional level, when there is any flow disruption, the mind can become anxious resulting with tension, headaches, and difficulty breathing. Nowadays, we are hearing more and more about football players ending up with PTSD and other brain disorders.  Craniosacral Therapy is a gentle, non-invasive type of therapy that is restorative and can re-educate clients to feel more relaxed and centered.  

If you are local to Columbus, Ohio- and you have questions about how this therapy can help you, call Sharon Hartnett CST at:  (740) 966-5153.

*For Massage Therapists with Advanced training in Craniosacral Therapy, while they are not necessarily trained in psychotherapy,  if they have studied with the Upledger Institute through the higher levels of Somato-Emotional Release, they can support you to express repressed feelings without judgment or analysis.