Pregnancy
Why have a Shiatsu massage while pregnant?
Here are top ten reasons to have a Shiatsu massage while pregnant:
- Massage helps eliminate waste through the lymphatic and circulatory system, therefore reducing fatigue and increasing energy.
- Aids circulation and reduces the work load on the heart which assists in keeping blood pressure in check.
- Shiatsu stimulates glandular functions which stabilize hormones .
- Shiatsu relieves the normal discomforts of pregnancy—backache, leg cramps, headaches and edema and swelling.
- Shiatsu increases circulation which brings more oxygen and nutrients to cells (thereby reducing varicose veins) and to your baby’s cells providing your baby with better nourishment.
- Shiatsu soothes and relaxes nervous tension which helps you to sleep better.
- Doctors and midwives agree that a relaxed mother will have a healthier pregnancy.
- Massage relaxes tense muscles and tones loose muscles.
- Cramping, knots, tension, tightening, stiffness and muscular discomfort can be alleviated with massage.
- Back labor can be relieved with proper massage techniques to the sacrum area.
How can acupuncture be used in pregnancy?
- Acupuncture for the healthy mom.
- Acupuncture for pre-existing medical issues.
- Acupuncture for pregnancy related conditions.
Acupuncture can be use to treat:
- Psychological issues
- Physical problems
- Fatigue
- Morning Sickness
- Heartburn
- Constipation
- Hemorrhoids
- Edema
- Back pain and Sciatica
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Acupuncture can also help with:
- Rhinitis of pregnancy
- Nausea
- Breech positioning
- Headaches
- Induction for past due date
- Labor
- During the third trimester acupuncture can encourage a head down position.
Acupuncture for post-partum disorders:
- Fatigue
- Postpartum vaginal discharge
- Postpartum depression
- Mastitis
- Insufficient or Excessive Lactation
- Post operative healing
