Robert Byrnes has been providing massage therapy in a professional setting since 1994, and integrates several modalities for a unique treatment that is individualized to each client's needs. He provides therapeutic treatments at your location, or by appointment in his Phoenix, Arizona office: 602-334-1919.
MASSAGE THERAPY
Pregnancy Massage
I have been working on pregnant women for as long as I've been doing massage.
My deep understanding of the body, and the way in which it changes
during this miraculous period allows me to work with confidence on the
pregnant woman. I understand the development of the fetus and how the
anatomy and physiology in the woman's body changes.
My approach is gentle and non-invasive. I ensure that the mother and
baby are comfortable and well supported on the table. I use a special
full body support system known as the
bodyCushionTM
that allows the mother to comfortably lay face down while on her belly.
Extra care is taken to not over-stretch the joints and ligaments which are more flexible during this time. Great care is taken to avoid deep pressure, especially on specific points (primarily located on the feet hands, arms, and lower legs) that are known to to exert too much influence on the energy flow through the pregnant woman's body.
The intention is to provide relief, especially in the lower back and legs, from the transformation in weight bearing and the possible changes in water retention. We work just deeply enough to release stress and induce relaxation, but not too much that we stress the baby (or the mother) through dramatic changes in the mother's blood flow and body "chemistry."
Pregnancy is one of the most important periods in which to receive caring and supportive, therapeutic touch. I invite you to nurture your body with prenatal massage therapy during this time of dramatic transformation.
For an excellent article please see:
Supporting Pregnancy with Massage Therapy
by Carole Osborne-Sheets
