Craniosacral therapy is often sought for issues relating to the cranium (the skull) and the face. 1. TMJ issues The temporomandibular joint or TMJ is the joint that lies between the temporal bone and the mandible or lower jaw bone. A misalignment of any of the temporal bones, the parietal bones, the sphenoid bone or the occiput will force the TMJ out of its optimal position, causing stiffness and pain. The craniosacral therapist can alleviate pain at the TMJ, reduce c