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Pregnancy Massage




Designed exclusively for mothers-to-be, Pregnancy Massage is a form of massage that provides relief to women in their periods of discomfort. Pregnancy Massage significantly contributes to physical and emotional well being of women prior to childbirth. It also helps to keep the foetus and the mother healthy. The origin of Pregnancy Massage dates back to Greek and Egyptian civilizations. It has close resemblance to some techniques used in Swedish Massage. Having been popularized in recent times, Pregnancy Massage effectively enhances blood circulation in the body and mitigates joint and muscle pain. Another benefit of the pregnancy massage is that flow of hormones is improved through the therapy.

How Pregnancy Massage works:


Constant pain is experienced by pregnant women during the growth of the foetus in the womb. This causes changes in weight distribution around the body of the mother resulting in pain and joint stiffness caused by the neuromuscular system. The mother may also experience restlessness and lack of proper sleep. Pregnancy Massage helps by improving the blood circulation of the body by stimulation of the muscles through calculated, gentle strokes. A physical condition called 'oedema', caused by improper blood circulation in the body, resulting in swellings is reduced. Through enhanced blood circulation, the body receives excess oxygen which helps provide nourishment to the blood cells of the growing foetus and the mother.


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Sometimes muscle tension is experienced by the mother as a cause of the pressure exerted by the uterus on the sciatic nerve. The result is mild to severe back pain. Pregnancy massage helps by reducing this pressure and relief the mother of pain, depression and anxiety.

Procedure of Pregnancy Massage:


On a routine visit to a Pregnancy Massage therapist, general information has to be provided to him about the mother's medical history and information on the condition of her health. A course of massage treatment is then recommended. The therapist uses the palms and the fingers to exert gentle pressure with stroking movements. Oils or waxes may also be used. It is recommended that recipient practices deep breathing exercises and drinks lots of water before the commencement of the therapy.