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Maya abdominal massage: Nicole Kruck explores an age-old solution for modern health problems.


A seldom-considered reason for the problems of many women suffering from infertility and many other symptoms is physical displacement of the uterus. Even medical professionals in the United States who recognize this problem rarely have been able to address it outside of surgical procedures and or drugs. These invasive treatments often have painful side effects Side effects

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 and for many prohibitively expensive.

Uterine massage has been practiced for centuries by healers and midwives and is now offered in the U.S. as an option for women who suffer the symptoms of a displaced uterus. This external, non-invasive manipulation gently repositions reproductive organs Reproductive organs
The group of organs (including the testes, ovaries, and uterus) whose purpose is to produce a new individual and continue the species.

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 that have shifted. These shifts may occur due to day--to-day physical stress or physical and emotional traumas throughout our lives. Many begin early as the result of childhood falls or high-impact activity such as running, horseback riding, and gymnastics. As a teenager during a routine pelvic examination, my family doctor diagnosed me with a "tipped" or displaced uterus. Somehow I mustered up enough courage to ask what this meant. He explained that it was nothing to worry, about, that I would most likely have painful periods and experience discomfort during intercourse. Nothing to worry, about! He also mentioned possible infertility. I, like so many women facing this diagnosis, was told my only recourse was surgery. Since then I have learned that there are actually over 35 other female ailments can be traced back to a displaced uterus. Similar ailments in men can also be related to swelling of the prostate that can be helped by these same techniques.

When reproductive organs shift (or the prostate swells), this can constrict con·strict
v.
To make smaller or narrower, especially by binding or squeezing.
 normal flow of blood, lymph, and nerve connections. Just a few extra ounces sitting on blood and lymph vessels Lymph vessels
Part of the lymphatic system, these vessels connect lymph capillaries with the lymph nodes; they carry lymph, a thin, watery fluid resembling blood plasma and containing white blood cells.

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 can cause havoc throughout the different systems in the body. By shifting the uterus back into place, homeostasis homeostasis

Any self-regulating process by which a biological or mechanical system maintains stability while adjusting to changing conditions. Systems in dynamic equilibrium reach a balance in which internal change continuously compensates for external change in a feedback
, or the natural balance of the body, is brought back to the pelvic area and the surrounding organs. Toxins are flushed and nutrients that help to tone tissue and balance hormones are restored to normal order. This is essential for healthy pregnancy, labor, and delivery. Old adhesions from invasive treatments to the pelvic and abdominal area including fibroid tumors, endometriosis endometriosis (ĕn'dəmē'trē-ō`sĭs), a condition in which small pieces of the endometrium (the lining of the uterus) migrate to other places in the pelvic area. , and cesarean cesarean /ce·sar·e·an/ (se-zar´e-an) see under section.

ce·sar·e·an or cae·sar·e·an or cae·sar·i·an or ce·sar·i·an
adj.
Of or relating to a cesarean section.
 delivery are diminished when addressed by uterine massage. In addition, digestion, urinary and bladder problems can also be helped. This type of massage is also helpful in preventing prostate swelling and increasing blood flow to the pelvic region for men, too.

Nicole Kruck, LMT LMT left mentotransverse (position of fetus).  will be teaching Dr. Rosita Arvigo's techniques of "Maya Abdominal Self Care" massage classes August 1-3 in Asheville, NC and 8-10 in Chapel Hill, NC. She also offers professional training for healthcare workers. For more information and registration call 212-724-5386.
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Author:Kruck, Nicole
Publication:New Life Journal
Date:Aug 1, 2003
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