Biodynamic Craniosacral Therapy (BCST) is a gentle and profound treatment offered by way of working with the natural physiological life forces of the body and inherent repair mechanisms, to re-establish health and harmony in the system. This is done through gentle, negotiated touch.
The nervous system is the main controlling, regulatory, and communicating system in the human body. It receives information about the internal and external environment and directs the body to respond appropriately. It does this with the help of the peripheral system, which forms the link between the central nervous system and the rest of the body via nerve cells called neurons. The autonomic nervous system is a part of the peripheral system and regulates all involuntary functions of the body such as the heart rate, breathing rate, blood pressure, body temperature, and the functions of other organs to maintain a state of balance within the body. It generates a sympathetic response called ‘Fight or Flight’ that prepares the body for action or emergencies. It also generates a parasympathetic response called the ‘Rest and Digest’ that maintains and restores balance. During this state food absorption is also optimized contributing to health & well-being. |
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The balance between the sympathetic and para-sympathetic responses of the autonomic nervous system is known as homeostasis and must be maintained for optimal health. The factors of modern lifestyle which include unnatural diet, low amounts of physical activity, exposure to electronics and pollutants in the environment, cause our bodies to be sympathetically charged thereby upsetting the natural homeostasis.
This disruption affects several normal functions of the body and can cause issues such as inflammatory conditions, hormonal imbalances, hypertension, auto-immune diseases, anxiety and depression. Therefore, returning to the state of homeostasis is of prime importance to maintain a healthy mind and body.
This disruption affects several normal functions of the body and can cause issues such as inflammatory conditions, hormonal imbalances, hypertension, auto-immune diseases, anxiety and depression. Therefore, returning to the state of homeostasis is of prime importance to maintain a healthy mind and body.