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Benefits of pregnancy massage - Relaxation and reduced stress
- Emotional support and physical nurturing
- Relief of muscle spasms, cramps, myofascial pain,
especially in the neck, back, hips and legs. - Improved blood and lymphatic circulation
- Easing of musculoskeletal pain caused by the increased stress
on weight-bearing joints during normal pregnancy. - Reduced constipation, gas and heartburn.
- Enhanced kinesthetic awareness. This can improve a woman's ability
to relax deeply during labor. - Postpartum support for new mothers.
- Assistance in postpartum restoration of the abdomen and weight-bearing
muscles and joints.
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Note: If you are experiencing complications with your pregnancy, your therapist may request approval from your primary
health care provider before proceeding with any bodywork or spa treatment. Download our Physician Release Form.
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What to expect
Each session is tailored to your needs as they change through each
trimester of the pregnancy. A session can include:
- A discussion of your health status
- Pregnancy-safe aromatherapy
- Warm herbal sinus eye pillow
- Mommy Spa Lavender & Mint Foot Creme
- Mommy Spa Lavender & Chamomile Massage Oil
- Custom blend aroma steam
- Hands-on bodywork
- Relaxation massage, deep-tissue release, reflexology
- Trigger point therapy, guided imagery
- A review of exercises and stretches
Read More About Massage Therapy
Good morning from Dr. Weil 02.21.2004
Today's tip: Relaxing with massage
Most people are aware of the relaxation benefits massage offers, but it can be therapeutic, too. There is evidence that massage can improve breathing among asthmatic children, lower levels of stress hormones and help relieve tension headaches caused by contracting head, neck or facial muscles. Part of the reason massage may work as well as it does for so many problems is that people expect it to. This is yet another example of the powerful connection between the mind and body - treatment that succeeds simply because patients believe in it. For many of us, massage can simply be wonderfully relaxing, but to gain its full benefit, you need to surrender your body, and have faith in the touch of a skilled therapist.
©Copyright 2004 Polaris Health LLC. All rights reserved. Reprinted by permission of DrWeil.com
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