Defeat Stress And Combat Pain By Way Of An Invigorating Prenatal Massage

We all know that the extra weight that pregnant woman have to carry creates major changes to their bodies ..

. prenatal massage therapy can help combat effects of the increased pressure on various parts of their body. This pressure can affect your back, shoulders, neck - and of course - the abdominal muscles. But pregnant women everywhere are singing the praises of prenatal massage therapy to provide relief.

Prenatal massage therapy is even being recommended by doctors as an important component of a prenatal health routine. But before including it in your regimen, be sure to take the time to research your options and choose an experienced massage therapist to administer your prenatal massage. Not every therapist who is trained in massage techniques is qualified to perform a prenatal massage.

A prenatal massage during pregnancy provides proven physical benefits to provide the relief you need, when you need it. Some ways a prenatal massage can help:

Provides a healthy alternative to reducing stress and promoting general well-being;

Relieves discomfort associated with backaches, stiff neck, leg cramps, headaches, joint pain and edema (swelling of the joints);

Reduces nervous tension, helping promote a better night's sleep;

Increases immunity and removal of excess toxins;

Stabilizes hormonal levels and balances the glandular system which results in fewer complications during birth and fewer instances of newborn complications, such as low birth weight;

Soothes inflamed nerves by reducing muscle tension and sciatic nerve pain;

Relieves the effects of depression and anxiety brought on by pregnancy.

There is a definite skill required to administer a prenatal massage. The therapist must be able to locate the affected area and address it with the right amount of pressure, at the right time in your pregnancy cycle. Massage therapists who are properly trained in prenatal massage therapy know which areas need attention and in which trimester.

Listed below are some of the more common side effects of pregnancy and the trimester normally associated with each.

First Trimester:

Headache relief;

Reduces incidences of morning sickness;

Relieves tiredness by increasing energy level.

In the second trimester, a prenatal massage will:

Alleviate backaches;

Relieve leg cramps.

A prenatal massage in the third trimester will

Reduces swelling;

Eliminates pain caused by varicosities;

Improves a woman's sleep pattern;

Strengthens the pelvic muscles in preparation for giving birth.

During a prenatal massage, the massage therapist will gently position you on your side to keep you comfortable during the process. You may then be placed in a semi-reclining position while your therapist addresses the front of your body. It is acceptable - during the first trimester - for you to lie on your back with a slight elevation under one hip during your prenatal massage to alleviate the additional strain on your lower back and pelvic areas. Trained therapists use a special support cushion during your prenatal massage to ensure comfort and proper positioning and/or a pad with a hollowed-out area to accommodate your growing abdominal area.

Massage therapists recommend that you discuss whether prenatal massage therapy is a good option for you prior to including it in your normal health regimen, especially if you are in the higher-risk group of women. If you do decide to enjoy the benefits of a prenatal massage, be sure to alert your therapist if you experience any level of discomfort during the session.

by: Robert Reynolds

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