Why prenatal and postnatal massage therapy?
Why prenatal and postnatal massage therapy?
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Massage Therapists can provide both supportive and therapeutic components of care during pregnancy, labour and after labour. Massage can provide an increased sense of general well-being, address specific issues and symptoms during pregnancy.
Each Massage Therapy session may integrate a teaching component to help prepare for the birth. This can include instruction regarding breathing and relaxation techniques and exercises that include stretches and strengthening, such as squats, pelvic tilts, and pelvic floor exercises.
Massage Therapists can teach massage and self-care strategies to partners so that they are engaged in the pregnancy journey as well. This can be done in an individual session, or in small groups.
Benefits of Massage for Pregnant Patients
1. Relieves stress and promotes relaxation.
2. Reduces or alleviates musculoskeletal symptoms such as discomfort, ache, and pain of muscles, ligaments, and joints.
3. Relieves stress on the weight-bearing joints.
4. Helps to reduce edema and promote healthy circulation.
5. Provides emotional support and nurturing touch, which can reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression.
6. Promotes improved sleep.
7. Helps to educate the client about relaxation, beneficial posture, and supportive sleeping positions.
8. The Massage Therapist may include instructions about self-care, exercise, and hydrotherapy during treatment.
9. During pregnancy massage treatments, discussion and suggestions can be given to help a pregnant person prepare for the birthing process.
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