massage Therapy

 

KNOWING ABOUT PREGNANCY MASSAGES

The massage therapy which is tailored to suit the pregnant mother is known as pre natal or pregnancy massage. This is different from ordinary massage since the mother has to be positioned properly and supported with padding and pillow during massage so that protection and soothing is given to both the baby and mother. Certain massage techniques like deep tissue cannot be used for pregnant women and some parts in the body must be avoided for pregnant women.

By doing pregnancy massage stress is reduced, inflammation in legs and arms diminishes and muscle and joint pains get relieved. Since medication is limited during pregnancy massage helps to get relief from back ache. The massage is beneficial physically but the human feel gives comfort and gives emotional support and it also reduces depression and anxiety.

A certified massage therapist does the massage since he is trained to understand the safety of both baby and mother. The therapist do not encourage massage during the I trimester. Some women amid certain health states are not allowed to under go pregnancy massage. The best way is to see a doctor and therapist of massage, who is well qualified.

The pregnancy massage helps pregnant ladies to be relieved from back ache. The gentle touch of the therapist gives comfort to the pregnant woman. Only properly qualified massage therapists should do the massage for the pregnancy women as only they know which type of massage will suit the particular patient and which should be avoided.

 

MASSAGE BASICS

TYPES OF MASSAGES

ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE