Craniosacral therapy
Craniosacral therapy (CST) is a massage treatment applied to the bones of the head, spinal column and sacrum. This massage is suitable for fibromyalgia because it is non-invasive and adopts gentle pressure on key cranial points on the head, neck, and back. It aims to release compression in these areas to reduce pain and tension by regulating the pressure and flow of spinal fluid. Studies found evidence that CST can help improve anxiety, sleep and quality of life in fibromyalgia patients.
According to an article found in Rheumatology International, to achieve ideal relief of fibromyalgia symptoms, the massage should not be painful and the intensity of the touches should be increased gradually. The article also recommend that fibromyalgia patients to go for massage sessions at least 1 to 2 times a week. The frequency can be gradually reduced when patients get improvement from their symptoms.
