Abdominal/Pelvic massage is a special kind of massage that seeks to alleviate all these problems associated with the abdomen.  Abdominal massage focuses on applying direct pressure on the organs located within the abdominal cavity to stimulate and promote their functioning and addresses position and health of the pelvic and abdominal organs. The Abdominal Massage is a deep yet gentle, non-invasive therapy that works by bringing the organs within the abdominal area back into alignment, releasing pressure and strengthening the surrounding muscles and ligaments. This improves blood, nerve and lymph flow. Toxins are flushed and nutrients that help to tone tissue and balance hormones, are restored to normal order. The massage also focuses on removing scar tissue, helping to loosen harden debris (that has been accumulating in your gut for years) encouraging a natural movement and clearing both physical and emotional congestion, leaving you and your abdomen feeling lighter and freer.

When reproductive organs shift, they can constrict normal flow of blood and lymph, and disrupt nerve connections. Just a few extra ounces sitting on blood and lymph vessels can cause havoc throughout the different systems in the body. By shifting the uterus back into place, homeostasis, or the natural balance of the body, is restored in the pelvic area and the surrounding organs.

Old adhesions from invasive treatments to the pelvic and abdominal area, including fibroid tumors, endometriosis, and caesarean delivery are diminished when addressed by uterine massage. In addition, urinary and bladder problems can be helped as well by abdominal massage.

Individuals with digestive disorders benefit greatly from Abdominal Massage. Many of our common disorders such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Indigestion, Constipation, and heartburn, dysfunction and inflammation in the digestive system can negatively affect many other areas of the body. Our digestive organs are an important part of our immune system and are also part of our nervous system (the enteric nervous system is sometimes referred to as our “second brain“).  By using the techniques of Abdominal Massage, the upper abdomen is also given a deep, thorough massage to loosen the tight muscles around the stomach and the arteries that feed the digestive and eliminative organs with their vital blood supply. The diaphragm is gently massaged allowing relaxation of tight musculature. By improving circulation, lymph flow, and nerve conduction in the abdomen, we can make improvements in overall health and wellbeing. The massage can also release emotional and energetic tension held in the abdomen, a common place to hold stress.

The abdominal muscles also work in conjunction with the back muscles to help keep the spine erect. Any weakness in them can lead to chronic back ache, as the muscles of the back get over-stressed from sharing the majority of the load.

Menstrual pain refers to pain in the lower abdomen and hip region during the menstrual period. TCM believes the problem is mainly due to non-smooth flows of blood and qi in the pelvic region. Massage aims at promoting the flows and resolving the obstructions. Miscarriage can be a difficult experience to move through. Your body has entered a processes of mothering, if even for a short period of time. A woman should be held with love & nurture at this time. I offer a beautifully nurturing massage, including gentle abdominal work, castor oil compress and reflexology, to help you release feelings of sadness or grief, re-balance hormones  and encourage the body to heal itself.