What is a Jing Method Pregnancy Massage?
This is a specialist clinical massage treatment. Designed to treat pain during pregnancy and the fourth trimester, a Jing Method pregnancy massage is an effective treatment for pain, as well as being nurturing and relaxing. It may include myofascial release, trigger point therapy, abdominal work, and stretching. Carried out with the pregnant person in a side lying position, which is safe and comfortable for the pregnant person and their baby.
Benefits of a Jing Method Pregnancy Massage
Stress reduction and relaxation
Pregnancy can be a time of intense emotions and increased stress. We know stress activates the sympathetic branch of the autonomic nervous system increasing adrenal production of stress hormones which can have significant negative impacts on childbearing and development. We also know from a study in 2000 by Nichols and Humenick, that when relaxed, a pregnant person will have steadier blood pressure, pulse, and respiratory rates; regular blood flow to uterus, placenta, and foetus; and healthier immune system functioning, emotional states, and responses to stressful stimuli, and will feel less fearful and anxious. We know that clinical massage can help with these symptoms. In one study, pregnant people who had massages twice weekly for 5 weeks experienced less anxiety and less leg and back pain. They reported better sleep and improved moods, and their labours had fewer complications, including fewer premature births (Field et al. 1999) For labour preparation, prenatal specialists Nancy and Mike Samuels (1996) recommend practicing deep sustained levels of relaxation for 45 - 60 minutes, without falling asleep, especially in the last 6 - 8 weeks of pregnancy which is approximately the same amount of time as a Jing Method pregnancy massage session.
Emotional support
Reduction of musculoskeletal pain
Circulatory system benefits
Respiratory system benefits
If you are a pregnant person reading, and have been thinking of coming for a pregnancy massage with me, then I hope the information here may encourage you to do so. A 60 minute Jing Method pregnancy massage is £75, 90 minutes £105, with your first appointment including a free 30 minute consultation. New clients can book here.
If you want to find out more before scheduling an appointment, you are most welcome to book a free 15 minute discovery call .
If you are a therapist and are interested in adding pregnancy massage to the treatments you offer, then I highly recommend training with Jing Institute of Advanced Clinical Massage and Complementary Medicine . Their 4 day pregnancy and postpartum training runs once a year and spaces are always quickly filled as it's excellent. You can get in touch with the Jing admin team on 01273 628942 to find out when the next course is likely to be.
Pregnancy massage gift vouchers and massage packages are available. These make a really wonderful gift for any parent to be. You can find these to buy at the bottom of the treatment menu on my bookings page.
Some of the information in this blog post, and the first photo, has been used with kind permission of Jing Massage.
Thanks for reading, I hope you found this post interesting and helpful!
Nicky Mandala
BTEC Level 6 Advanced Clinical and Sports Massage Therapist
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