What is the difference between Cranial Osteopathy and Cranio-Sacral treatment?
The largest difference between Cranial Osteopathy and Cranio-Sacral treatment is the training of the practitioner. A Cranial Osteopath is a licensed physician who has completed four years of medical school, residency training (1 to 6 years) and numerous years of additional training in this specialty. They are required to complete 120-150 hours of continuing medical education every three years. A Cranio-Sacral therapist may have limited or no medical background. They may receive a certificate after completing one 24 hour course. No licensing or continuing education is required.
