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Lymphatic Drainage Massage is a gentle, connective tissue massage technique that accelerates the movement of the lymphatic fluid that bathes the tissues, through the lymphatic system and into the bloodstream. Your Registered Massage Therapist will use gentle, precise, rhythmic strokes.

The pumping action of the massage causes small capillaries to open and close, enhancing reabsorption of lymph from the tissues back into the lymphatic vessels. The lymphatic system is responsible for keeping the connective tissue surrounding cells free from excess water, proteins, bacteria, viruses, inorganic materials, destroyed cells resulting from surgery or trauma, red blood cells, and other dead cells.

This technique helps to reduce edema or tissue fluid retention and decongests lymphatic pathways. The repetitive and soothing techniques also stimulate pain-inhibitory reflexes. Lymphatic Drainage Massage may enhance immune function, increase tissue metabolism, improve nutrition to the tissues, promote eliminative functions, establish fluid balance, reduce pain, and induce deep relaxation.

Your RMT will work with you to individualize this treatment to the specific, targeted area(s) needed. Lymphatic Drainage Massage is not a relaxation massage, but rather a therapeutic treatment with relaxation benefits.

Spa Vert offers a peaceful environment where expectant mothers can pamper their body, mind, and baby, and prepare to give birth and become parents with confidence.

Healthy Prenatal Preparation

During pregnancy, your skeletal structure supports more and more weight, and your organs move as your baby grows. Our experienced therapists will work on specific muscle groups, according to your different needs throughout pregnancy. This will enable you to achieve greater flexibility of the muscles used during childbirth, correct posture and the reduction of various aches and pains.

Studies* have shown that women who receive regular massage during pregnancy have a lower risk of experiencing obstetric problems or giving birth prematurely.

Pregnancy massage is recommended during the second and third trimesters. Massage should be scheduled in the same way as pregnancy follow-up appointments. If possible, one massage a week during the last month of pregnancy is ideal for the mother-to-be. If you are not accustomed to massage, or are in your first trimester, please consult your attending physician before making an appointment.

Prenatal massage can:

• Relieve back or sciatic pain (neck, shoulders, legs)

• Reduce stress on weight-bearing joints

• Improve blood and lymph circulation to prevent swelling and provide your baby with sufficient oxygen

• Increase the elasticity of your skin and underlying tissues

• Cultivate your close bond with your baby

After the birth, let us take care of you. Postnatal massage is designed to help restore the body to its pre-pregnancy condition. The massage realigns structural tissues to their original distribution and tones skin areas affected by stretching. Say goodbye to muscular stress and tension due to the daily activities of being a new mother. Your emotional state will also be revived thanks to this moment of relaxation. We suggest a follow-up massage for the first 8 weeks after giving birth. If you don’t have a babysitter, bring your baby!

Postnatal massage can:

• Help restore the structural integrity of the pelvis

• Help reduce the stress and strain of carrying and caring for your baby

• Help your uterus return to its original size and relieve sore subcutaneous scar tissue

• Help heal bladder problems, post-episiotomy or post-cesarian pain

• Avoid baby blues, depression, anxiety and nervousness caused by hormonal changes

Book your massage at Spa Vert, for the well-being of you and your baby.

A mix of postural assessment, massage and targeted exercises. Please bring a pair of shorts and sports bra/t-shirt to your appointment.

*Comfortable clothing required. Offered on the table or on a futon.