Salvatore Spatafora, RMT, CST
Massage & Craniosacral Therapist
Salvatore has been practicing as a Registered Massage Therapy for 15 years. Compassionate and open hearted his therapeutic approach to wellness balances technical discernment with intuitive guidance. He knows a troubled body that suffers from chronic pain and fascial restrictions needs safety and trust in order to heal. Salvatore has learned to go deep, listen with his hands and touch with an open heart. Treatments range from sports injuries and chronic neuropathies to prenatal, deep tissue and relaxation.
In any given treatment, Salvatore utilizes a number of modalities and techniques to provide deep relief and emotional well-being. Of note, in 2015 Salvatore was awarded a Diploma in Visionary Craniosacral Work by the internationally recognized Osteopath Hugh Milne. Craniosacral Therapy is particularly helpful with conditions that effect the Cranium, Spine, Pelvis and Sacrum such as Concussions, Whiplash, Grinding, Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, Tinnitus, Bell’s Palsy, Pelvic Imbalances, Back Pain and Sciatica to name a few.
A lover of life, Salvatore stops to smell the roses. If he is not tending the tomatoes in his vegetable garden, you may find him practising Japanese Calligraphy at the kitchen table.
Craniosacral Therapy:
This unique healing modality applies a gentle, meditative contact with light pressure to interrupt the fight or flight cycle and instead activate the rest and digest response of the immune system. In doing so, the self-healing mechanisms of the immune system are called into action to unwind fascial restrictions, restore tissue health and optimize natural rhythms of the body. Performed without oil, tissue is either pushed, pulled or held in place. Traditional hand contacts are made at the cranium, spine, pelvis and sacrum; however, any part of the body may have restricted/traumatized tissue waiting to be restored. Clients often report a deep sense of relief and increased well-being after treatment.
To prepare for treatment wear loose clothing to session, a T-shirt and shorts is fine.
Some of the conditions treated include: Headaches/Migraines, Pre/Post Pregnancy, Grinding/Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction, Sacroiliac Misalignments/Sciatica, Postural Asymmetries, Eye/Vision Problems, Concussion/Whiplash, Sports Injuries, Hearing Loss/Tinnitus, Sinusitis/Ear Infections, Bell’s Palsy, Acute/Chronic Neuropathies, Fibromyalgia, Depression and Digestive Disorders.
Craniosacral Massage:
As the title suggests, this treatment combines the best of two worlds; namely the gentle, meditative touch of Craniosacral Therapy with the deep pressure of a Swedish massage. Intended as an introduction to Craniosacral Therapy, the massage is tailored to the needs of the client who can expect to experience a deep sense of relief and increased well-being.
Our therapist, Salvatore Spatafora RMT, CST offers deep tissue massage, Craniosacral therapy and a mix of the two in Massage + Cranio sessions. To learn more about Salvatore and his treatment method check out this podcast: The Awakeners Podcast: Episode 21, April 4th 2023 The Science of Feeling Safe: Unlocking the Power of the Vagus Nerve