Clean Up Your Brain

Happy New Year! Often coming with the New Year is a resolution. We commonly try to clean up our diet and add a fitness regime. This year, why not try a “clean up” regime for your brain?
Your Central Nervous System (brain and spinal cord) controls everything that you do, feel, experience, and interpret. Your brain specifically works at such a high tempo that it utilizes 70% of your total body glucose supply for energy every day. It requires proper nourishment and protection 24 hours per day, without interruption. It receives that nourishment from cerebrospinal fluid (CSF), which is a derivative of your blood. This fluid surrounds the brain and cord, penetrating deep to the neuronal cells, carrying glucose, immune cells, and other key molecules to the tissue and removing cellular waste. The proper production, circulation and removal of CSF is a must.
Many neurodegenerative diseases are believed to be due to diminished waste removal or improper immune function within the central nervous system. A buildup of heavy metals, proteins or other toxins can mean neuronal miscommunication or cell death. Poor cerebrospinal fluid circulation can lead to poor leukocyte (immune cell) action within the Central Nervous System.
CranioSacral therapy’s (CST) main goal is to improve CSF circulation. A CranioSacral therapist assesses the CSF flow and addresses any irregularities. With a gentle touch, the therapist works to improve the flow, speed and volume of the cerebrospinal fluid. Ultimately, improving the production, circulation and removal of CSF, CST aids in the nourishment and waste removal of our most important system.
CranioSacral Therapy is helpful for persons with dementia, Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, Lou Gehrig’s, Multiple Sclerosis, and many others. However, one doesn’t have to suffer from these conditions to benefit from the “clean up” regime of CST. Regular CranioSacral therapy can be the regular healthcare your brain needs to maintain and improve your neurological health. Your nervous system will thank you for it!