Benefits of Massage Therapy During Pregnancy

When you are pregnant, back pain is a common problem. Pregnant women who are struggling with back or neck pain can find relief in massage therapy. Through gentle massage, many of the aches and pains of pregnancy disappear, helping a woman enjoy this wonderful time in her life. Here are some of the benefits pregnant women experience when they indulge in massage therapy:

Reduction in Back and Neck Pain for the Communities of Vancouver, Cascade Park, Fishers Landing, Orchards, Salmon Creek, and Camas, WA and nearby Portland, OR

Tension that is common in pregnancy can lead to back and neck pain. Massage therapy addresses this by releasing tension in muscles in the back and neck. While this may not cure back pain, when used in conjunction with chiropractic care, massage therapy can greatly reduce back pain. Even women struggling with sciatic nerve pain, a common pregnancy complaint because the uterus and baby are resting on the muscles of the pelvic floor, notice improvement with massage therapy treatment.

Improved Circulation

Circulation often suffers during pregnancy. Not only can this contribute to pain, but it can also lead to swelling of the joints and extremities. Massage therapy improves blood flow and circulation, while also stimulating the soft tissue to reduce fluid collection in the joints, and many women notice that their swelling improves when they have a massage.

Improved Sleep

Sleep can be elusive while pregnant, but massage can help with this. Reducing back pain and improving circulation is the first step in improving sleep. In addition, women who have a massage experience a release of relaxing hormones, which encourage more restful sleep.

If you are pregnant and are suffering from back and neck pain, insomnia and swelling, massage therapy at Back & Neck Care Chiropractic under the leadership of Dr. Michael Pettet can help. We serve patients in Vancouver, Cascade Park, Fishers Landing, Orchards, Salmon Creek, and Camas, WA and nearby Portland, OR. Contact us today at 360-253-6674 to schedule a consultation to discuss the benefits of massage therapy during pregnancy.