“A woman’s pelvis is the center of her Universe. Through her pelvis flow currents of energy that sustain the physical, emotional and spiritual well being of a woman.”
— DR. ROSITA ARVIGO

Holistic Abdominal Therapy

Holistic Abdominal Therapy (HAT) has roots in the indigenous healing practices in the jungles of Central America and ancient Chinese medicine tradition. Michelle Hansen of Moon Shadow Healing Arts has curated a protocol over many years of studies, not limited to Rosita Arvigo’s Maya abdominal therapies, visceral manipulation, traditional massage therapy, Chi Nei Tsang and countless hours of personal research.

HAT is non-invasive and works externally on the abdominal region. Sessions do include loosening of other structures such as the upper legs, sacrum, and back. HAT works to relieve congestion and adhesions in the abdominal region in the tissues surrounding the organs, fascia, muscles, and ligamentous structures. This therapy works to improve the circulatory and lymphatic system while also calming the nervous system.

Organ positioning is crucial for optimal function various systems. Adhesions from use, emotional trauma, physical trauma, and injuries can cause adhesions inside and outside off various organ systems, circulation and lymph. Tight fascia and ligaments can also pinch off organs like the bladder, uterus, and intestines causing a disruption to their function. Additionally, these tight tissues can affect the valves and sphincters of the the organ systems which may also cause non-optimal function.

Reasons you might seek Holistic Abdominal Therapy

Pelvic Floor Disfunction/Stagnation

  • Pain relief

  • Better functioning of the muscles

  • Pelvic Floor Stagnation can cause:

    • Painful Intercourse

    • Pelvic Pain

    • Pain in Genital Area

    • Low Libido

    • Sluggish Digestion

    • Ovarian Cysts (can also be hormonal)

    • Vaginal Dryness 

    • Recurrent Vaginal Infections

Hormone Regulation

  • PMS mood regulation

  • May help help depression and irritability during cycle

  • Headaches/migraines during cycle

  • Difficult menopause

  • Hot flashes

  • PCOS - may help negative symptoms associated

  • Endometriosis

Emotions and trauma stuck in the body

  • The abdomen is an area where people often store repressed emotions that can be the cause of physical or visceral symptoms. Releasing the area can assist in letting go of the store emotions.

Circulatory System

  • Varicose veins

  • Hemorrhoids

  • Tired lower extremities

  • Restless legs

  • Lack of feeling in legs/numbness

  • Edema in feet

Musculoskeletal

Low back pain that can’t be explained or hasn’t been resolved through other methods

Pregnancy

  • Weakness, pain, or discomfort associated with uterine ligaments

  • Round ligament discomfort

  • Symphysis Pubis Dysfunction (SPD)

  • Tension in sacrum

  • Weak pelvic floor

  • Edema

  • Ribcage & diaphragm discomfort

  • Heartburn

MEN

  • Prostate enlargement & discomfort

  • Trouble with urination

  • Erectile dysfunction

  • Low sperm count

Reproductive Health

  • Uterine position (uterus is held position by muscles and ligaments).

  • The ligaments and muscles can weaken and loosen, causing the uterus to fall downward, forward, backward or to either side.

  • When reproductive organs shift, they can constrict normal flow of blood and lymph, and disrupt nerve connections, causing painful menstruation and fertility issues.This is essential for a healthy reproductive system,  pregnancy, labor, and delivery.

Scar Tissue, Post-Surgical Procedures, Adhesions in tissue causing dysfunction.

  • Adhesions from surgeries or invasive procedures in the abdominal and pelvic region can be diminished. Additionally, if those adhesions affect a particular organ or the surrounding tissues, perhaps issues that seem unrelated can help find resolve.

Digestive Benefits 

  • Sluggish digestion

  • Chronic constipation

  • Pain with bowel movements

  • Rectal pain

  • Straining

  • Heartburn

  • Gastritis

  • Chronic indigestion

  • Heartburn

  • Gastro Esophageal Reflux (GERD)

  • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) 

Bladder Issues 

  • Diffuclty holding urination

  • Nocturnal Urination

  • Difficult, Painful or Incomplete Urination

  • Urination Frequency

  • Chronic Bladder Infections

  • Incontinence

    *A tipped uterus may result in incontinence, leaking, bladder infections, and frequency. A swollen prostate gland can diminish the urine stream, make it difficult to initiate the flow of urine and cause frequency.

Menstruation & PMS Issues

  • Pain with menstruation

  • Heavy periods

  • Irregular cycles

  • Dark colored blood

  • Clotting

  • Spotting

  • Pain during ovulation

  • Irregular ovulation 

  • Failure to ovulate

  • Abnormal bleeding

  • Low back pain during period

  • Bloating and water retention

  • Uterine polyps

  • Fibroids

While Holistic Abdominal Therapy cannot cure conditions, you may experience a significant change in symptoms. There is no guarantee that it will help, but it is certainly worth a try, especially when all other methods have been exhausted.