A gentle technique working with the body's craniosacral rhythm.
Craniosacral therapy (CST) uses very light touch — typically no more than 5 grams of pressure — to evaluate and improve the functioning of the craniosacral system, which includes the membranes and cerebrospinal fluid surrounding the brain and spinal cord. CST is used to relieve pain, headaches, and stress-related conditions through gentle manipulation of the skull and sacrum.
Knowing what craniosacral therapy means makes it easier to talk with a masseur before the session starts. Mention it during the intake conversation if it matters to you — a professional male massage therapist will explain how it fits the modality you booked, adjust pressure or positioning around it, and tell you honestly when a different approach suits your body better. You will find the same vocabulary used across our massage service pages, our wellness guides, and the NYC neighborhood pages, so the terms you learn here carry over to booking a real session.