Massage therapy for pregnant women

It's called movement therapy. Integrated into Swedish massage, its various mobilizations, whether active or passive, aim to help you regain better mobility. Everything is done gently using your breathing rate. After an assessment of the condition of your muscles and joints, she can find specific areas to work on as needed.

Who is it good for? All those who endure one or more joint or muscle pain on a daily basis.

It will always be accompanied by exercises and stretches to be done after the treatment to help you maintain your skills or improve you.

Here, we will opt for a relaxing massage. The body is working hard and constantly changing with the growing baby, as is the posture. This causes muscle tension and stiffness. The goal of massage, in addition to reducing muscle tension, will be to promote sleep and recovery by trying to reduce stress and anxiety related to pregnancy. You need it! The therapist will adjust his techniques according to the stage of pregnancy. You will have to listen to your needs and settle in as you wish!

Are there any contraindications? Yes quite. In the case of a high-risk pregnancy, hypertension, diabetes, a history of miscarriage, massage is not recommended without the advice of your doctor.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a gentle massage technique intended to stimulate lymph circulation, detoxify the body and help the immune system function properly. The patient is naked or in underwear, he is lying on a massage table and covered with a sheet. Drainage can also be done on a padded floor mat. The massage is done mostly on the skin and without oil.

The massage therapist uncovers the area to be treated and performs a series of slow, gentle movements that create a pumping effect. The aim is to activate the lymphatic vessels, to drain the lymph nodes located in particular in the neck, armpits, groin and abdomen, to drain excess fluids present in the tissues and to improve circulation.

Anyone can benefit from a Lymphatic Drainage, except contraindication. Unlike the blood which circulates by being pushed by the beating of the heart, the lymph does not have a pump to facilitate its movement. It is therefore only body movements and muscle contractions that ensure its circulation. It is therefore indicated for people who are less physically active or who spend a lot of time in a sitting position. It is also recommended in cases of water retention (lymphatic edema) which often occurs in the knees and ankles, all linked to an accumulation of water and waste in the tissues.

Chair massages are often used for events and corporate settings, as they require little space and preparation. This practical solution is perfectly suited to professional environments.

A session usually lasts between 15 and 30 minutes. However brief, it is surprisingly effective. Just a few minutes are enough to provide deep relaxation, helping to reduce stress, anxiety and muscular tension. Concentration and creativity can also be enhanced.

The chair is particularly well-suited to address problems associated with office work, prolonged sitting, posture and repetitive movements. It can effectively help relieve pain in the shoulders, lower back, between the shoulder blades, wrists and arms. This approach can also be beneficial for specific pathologies such as tension headaches, buffalo hump, tendonitis, capsulitis, bursitis, epicondylitis and carpal tunnel syndrome. Although massage of the lower limbs is not the primary use of the chair, some massage therapists are comfortable massaging them in this position.

The techniques used come from different types of massage, such as Swedish, Thai, Shiatsu, etc. These approaches, usually practised on a table or floor mat, are adapted to work on a chair. A variety of manoeuvres are employed: effleurage, percussion, pressure, mobilization and stretching, creating a complete therapeutic experience. Each massage therapist adds their own personal touch, using a unique combination of these techniques according to their expertise and training.

For some people, especially those with reduced mobility, the seated position represents an interesting and comfortable alternative for receiving a massage. This accessibility makes chair massage an inclusive option, adaptable to individual needs.