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The Goddess IxChel surrounded by the phases of the moonHealing the womb: Maya Massage for Women

The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage™ are centered around the ancient Mayan techniques, which reposition organs that have dropped and restricted the flow of blood, lymph, nerve & chi energy. More about Maya Massage and Rosita Arvigo

It is a non-invasive, external, massage technique which guides internal abdominal organs into their proper position for optimum health and well being. The technique works by relieving congestion and blockages to improve the flow of energy and fluids of the circulatory, lymphatic and nervous systems.
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Maya massage improves organ function by releasing physical and emotional congestion from the abdomen. It provides aid for digestive problems, infertility, and menopause to name a few.

How does this work for women?

This external massage gently lifts and guides the uterus into its optimal position in the lower pelvis. The uterus is held in position by over 10 ligaments. Ligaments, when stressed or strained cause the uterus to become mal-positioned. If the uterus is mal-positioned, women experience a multitude of symptoms. A displaced, tipped or prolapsed uterus can result from an accident, chronic constipation, chronic muscle spasms of the lower back and sacrum, wearing high heels, repeated pregnancies close together, difficult labor, sexual abuse and other causes.

Digestive and Emotional Benefits

Individuals with digestive disorders benefit greatly from Maya Abdominal Massage. Many of our common disorders such as Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Indigestion, Constipation, and heartburn are treated with antacids, muscle relaxants, and a variety of other medications. These treatments address symptoms, not the causes. By using the techniques of Maya Abdominal Massage, the upper abdomen is also given a deep, thorough massage to loosen the tight muscles around the stomach and the arteries that feed the digestive and eliminative organs with their vital blood supply. The diaphragm is gently massaged allowing relaxation of tight musculature.

Drawing shows the different positions the uterus can be found in

What can Maya Massage help with?

• Displaced or prolapsed uterus and or bladder
• Painful periods and ovulation
• Irregular menstrual cycles and ovulation
• Bladder or yeast infections
• Miscarriages, difficult pregnancies
• Endometriosis
• Peri menopause, menopausal symptoms
• Infertility
• PMS/Depression with menstruation
• Ovarian cysts
• Uterine fibroids
• Chronic miscarriages
• Difficulty getting pregnant/Infertility
• Abnormal uterine bleeding
• Difficult menopause
• Enhances Pregnancy, aids in labor and delivery
• Headaches/migraines
• Digestive Disorders
• Low energy
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Gastro Esophogeal Reflux (GERD)
• Crohn's Disease
• Chronic constipation
• Low Back ache
• Chronic indigestion or heartburn
• Gastritis
• Restricted breathing due to tension

How quickly can I expect a change?

Depending on the severity of the problem, it may take as little as one session and as long as many months for the uterine position to be corrected and for the ligaments to gain enough strength and elasticity for it to stay in place. 3 sessions are usually the minimum.

The great advantage to Maya Massage is that usually at the first session I can teach you to practice Self Care and you can do the massage yourself. You can do follow up sessions occasionally, but for the most part you can take care of your body, which is very empowering for women.

Is uterine massage recommended for all women?

Almost every woman, even those who have had hysterectomies can benefit greatly from Maya Uterine Massage through improved circulation, lymphatic drainage and a decrease in the formation of scar tissue.

Uterine massage is not performed:

• During menstrual bleeding
• Within the first 6 weeks following a normal vaginal delivery or the first 3 months after a c-section
• For a woman using an IUD for birth control
• If cancer is present or suspected anywhere in the pelvis, or the client is undergoing chemotherapy for this condition
• During the first trimester of pregnancy
• Hiatal Hernia - gentle touch only

How does Maya Massage help with digestion?

Many anxieties and emotions through life are stored in our body's tissues and organs. A very common place is in the organs of the digestive system. Those so called "butterflies in your stomach" can lead to constipation, indigestion, heartburn, gastritis, and eventually to Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Gasto Esophageal Reflux (GERD), Crohn's and more.

Stresses and emotions cause the small intestine and colon to be "twisted or kinked" leading the blockages in the flow of peristalsis. Surrounding fascia creates adhesions that mal-position organs and impede proper blood flow and enzyme secretions. Maya Abdominal Massage helps to break down facial adhesions, scar tissue and removes any "kinks" in the digestive tract. Often there is a dramatic improvement after just one session when combined with proper diet and self-care.

What is Self Care and why does it help?

Each client is instructed in performing the abdominal massage for themselves. By doing self care massage daily for 2 - 3 minutes of daily massage, it provides the individual with the ability to improve their symptoms while working with their practitioner.