Prenatal Massage – Undeniable Physical Benefits

Reasons for Massage During Pregnancy

There are many proven physical benefits of getting a Massage during pregnancy. A major part is to stimulate your lymphatic system. This has the ability to increase immunity by removing unwanted toxins. Since the hormonal levels of women are know to change frequently during pregnancy, Massage Therapists will also work towards stabilizing them while balancing the glandular system. These varying hormonal changes can often cause anxiety and even in some cases feelings of depression during pregnancy. Many expecting mothers can find relief from these effects with prenatal massage treatment done by professionals at Massage Therapy Herndon/Reston Va.

What Are The Benefits of Prenatal Massage?

Before we get to examples (below) of how massage can help you throughout your pregnancy, we should highlight that massage therapy is a peaceful, complimentary option for prenatal care. It offers a healthy and natural way to achieve stress reduction while promoting a general well-being. Our expert massage therapists are effective in relieving the basic discomforts one can experience during pregnancy. The many areas of relief are numerous and can help in such things as backaches, leg cramps, getting rid of a stiff neck, all types of headaches, joint pain, and edema. All of the attention given to these ailments will help you get a better night’s sleep primarily by relaxing most nervous tension.

Different ailments may occur during pregnancy based on the Trimester you are currently in. During the first trimester many women find help alleviating morning sickness, getting rid of headaches and reducing their fatigue. The second trimester the expecting mother may find she is having leg cramps and even aggravating back aches, both which can be helped with prenatal massage treatment. Quite a few other things occur during the final trimester and it is well noted that massage can help reduce swelling and edema, enhance your ability to sleep, can relieve pain from varicosities, and also prepare pelvic muscles for the birth process.

How Will I Receive My Massage?

The process of delivering a prenatal massage is done carefully and with comfort in mind. You will be gently positioned on one side while your therapist massages your back. When the back is completed, they will address the front of your body and you may be placed in a semi-reclining position. Early on in pregnancy it is acceptable for clients to lie on their backs with a slight elevation under one hip. Being placed in this position can alleviate any extra strain on the lower back and pelvic areas when the massage is underway.

During each prenatal massage session, our therapists will incorporate the use of special cushions. These body support cushions are meant to ensure comfort and proper positioning. Depending on how far along you are in your pregnancy, the massage therapist may suggest other types of massage treatment such as Swedish massage, reflexology, or other methods that help address your specific requests and needs.

Should Massage be Avoided at Times during Pregnancy?

Before receiving any form of massage during pregnancy it is critical that your obstetrician is aware and approves of it. If you are involved in a high-risk pregnancy, you should always consult with your doctor before beginning any of our programs. Women when undergoing a normal, low-risk pregnancy can expect tremendous benefits from a professional massage program. If at any time during the massage you experience discomfort, don’t hesitate to tell your therapist as soon as it happens.

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