Tiny study hints craniosacral therapy may relieve dry mouth in cancer survivors

This pilot study tested whether craniosacral therapy — a gentle hands-on treatment — could reduce dry mouth in 11 people who had radiation or surgery for throat or mouth cancer at least two years earlier. Participants received manual therapy on the neck, throat, and mouth area, plus breathing and posture exercises. The study measured changes in dry mouth symptoms using questionnaires and a pain scale. Because it was very small and had no comparison group, the results are only a first step and need larger, more rigorous trials to confirm any benefit.