Pregnancy Massage |Treatments in Solihull, Birmingham

PREGNANCY
MASSAGE THERAPY

Qualifications- Accredited Diploma Certificate in Pregnancy Massage

Please note that pregnancy massage can only begin once the first trimester (12 weeks) has passed. Therefore, may begin on week 13.

Some medical conditions may require a GP or midwife conformation prior to treatment.

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HOW MASSAGE HELPS DURING PREGNANCY

Pregnancy massage therapy can be extremely beneficial to both mother and the unborn baby. As the mothers body develops during pregnancy, joints ligaments and internal organs may be placed under pressure often leading to discomfort and pain.

Receiving regular massages during the pregnancy stage can result in an easier and shorter birth, reduced pain and has a reduced rate of postnatal complications, along with an increased success of breastfeeding due to the increase of prolactin.

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THE BENEFITS OF PREGNANCY MASSAGE THERAPY

It can release tension build up within the body such as back ache, sciatica, PSD and prolapsed disks
It can help with the respiratory system which aids breathing
It can help with relaxation and deep sleeps
It can reduce stress levels and act as a calming method
It can release endorphins such as ‘feel good hormones’ which are passed on to the baby during massage
It can stimulate and circulate essential fluid and nutrients around the body helping to feed and aid the development of the baby
It can eliminate toxins within the body by lymphatic drainage
It can help with carpal tunnel and tarsal tunnel syndrome
It can help aid sluggish bowel movements
It can encourage the release of oxytocin

Acupressure treatments which are incorporated within the massage can also help with

Morning sickness and nausea
Breathing difficulties
Lower back pain
Leg cramps
Oedema of the feet and ankles.

MASSAGE
AFTER DELIVERY

Massage after the third trimester can take place 6 weeks after delivery* during pregnancy your body under goes under a number a changes both physically and posturally often the discomfort of pregnancy can subside, however some aches and niggles may remain and continue on in to the 4th trimester. Having treatments after pregnancy can help with

Postural changes
Achey shoulders from feeding
Repetitive strain issues within hands and arms
Rib flare
Lower back discomfort
Sciatica
Hip placement
Headaches
Oedema
Improves circulation
Encourages relaxation and stress reduction
and much more.

Diastasis recti can also be checked during your appointment.

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C-SECTION SCAR THERAPY

Qualifications-

Scarwork Therapist Certification

C-section scar therapy may only take place 6 weeks after surgery, you must be signed off by your surgeon before treatment can take place.

Scars can not be treated if they are currently open, painful, inflamed, infected or weeping fluid

Please do get in touch if you'd like further information, aftercare advice or to book and appointment.

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C-SECTION SCARS

C-section scar therapy is a hands on approach working on scar tissue, fibroids and adhesions within the body tailored to your scar and your recovery.

Scars can take around 2 years to fully mature. so starting to engage with your scar during the early stages can be extremely beneficial. At the same time its never to late to engage with your scar. (even 20 years later you can still benefit from massaging your scar!)

Treatments can help loosen and release the scar tissue surrounding and behind the scar, encouraging mobility between the muscle, layers of the skin and the fascia.

Over time scars often can be numb, painful or very sensitive. Treatments can reduce pain and normalise sensitivity.

In most cases massage after delivery is usually advisable to assist with improving muscular aches and pains and helping to correct and align posture caused by pregnancy and the fascial pull. (diastasis recti can also checked)

Scar therapy can help if your scar is: