Cranial & Craniosacral Techniques

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Nervous System

Membranous Techniques — Cranial Osteopathy

Set of cranial osteopathic techniques working directly on the reciprocal tension membranes (falx cerebri, falx cerebelli, tentorium cerebelli, diaphragma sellae) via precise bony contacts on the skull and sacrum, to normalize intracranial membranous tensions and restore the Primary Respiratory Mechanism.

Published on February 22, 2026Read more

Nervous System

Cranial Osteopathy — Sutherland Approach

Osteopathic system developed by William Garner Sutherland based on rhythmic mobility of cranial bones, dura mater and sacrum within the Primary Respiratory Mechanism (PRM).

Published on February 22, 2026Read more

Nervous System

CranioSacral Therapy (CST) — Upledger

Gentle therapeutic approach derived from Sutherland's cranial osteopathy, popularized by John Upledger, focused on releasing restrictions of the craniosacral system.

Published on February 22, 2026Read more

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