Treating the Pregnant Person: Abdominal Massage

Course overview

Treating the Pregnant Person: Abdominal Massage provides a detailed guide to including massage of the abdomen in a pregnancy treatment. Discover the anatomy and physiology of the abdomen, structural changes that occur during pregnancy, and potential symptoms that can arise. Learn how abdominal massage can help reduce symptoms and explore when to include it in the treatment plan. Explore indications for abdominal massage, recognizing the need to take particular care when treating this sensitive area. Understand how to identify any contraindications to treatment while establishing suitable treatment goals. Learn through detailed multimedia instruction how to safely apply a variety of abdominal massage techniques to achieve treatment objectives. Discover appropriate self-care and exercises to teach to the client for home care. This course is a collaboration between Dexterity PD and Trimesters: Massage Therapy Education, providing the most comprehensive pregnancy massage therapy training.