The Arvigo techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® are founded on the ancient Mayan technique of abdominal massage. They are external massage techniques that help guide the internal abdominal and pelvic organs into their proper positions for optimal health and well-being. The techniques incorporate a holistic approach. Massage, herbs, nutrition, emotional and spiritual considerations improve restrictions in the flow of blood, lymph, nerve and chi (energy) to reproductive, digestive, urinary and genital organs.

Benefits include relief or assistance with the following conditions:

For Women

• Displaced or prolapsed uterus and or bladder
• Painful menstrual cycles and ovulation
• Irregular menstrual cycles and ovulation
• Bladder or yeast infections
• Miscarriages, difficult pregnancies
• Endometriosis
• Peri menopause, menopausal symptoms
• Infertility
• PMS/Depression with menstruation
• Ovarian cysts
• Uterine fibroids
• Abnormal uterine bleeding
• Enhances pregnancy, aids in labor and birthing
• Pelvic congestion, pain

For Everyone

• Headaches/migraines
• Digestive Disorders
• Low energy
• Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
• Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)
• Crohn’s Disease
• Chronic constipation
• Low back ache
• Chronic indigestion or heartburn
• Gastritis
• Restricted breathing due to tension

For Men

• Early stages of prostate swelling
• Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
• Prostatitis (mild)
• Impotence, Erectile Dysfunction (depending on cause)

Overview of typical session and how to prepare for it:

Comprehensive review of your past and present healthcare needs, focusing on reproductive and digestive health

Upper and lower abdominal massage to help:

• Align reproductive and abdominal organs to optimal positions
• Improve circulation to organs
• Promote vital flow to support the body’s inherent healing capacity

Evaluation of and application of bodywork to improve alignment of spine, sacrum, sacral ligaments, lumbar and thoracic spine and nerves

Instruction in self-care massage to enhance your professional session

Recommendations of complimentary modalities to support your health and wellness that may include:

o   Faja – a traditional lower abdomen support wrap
o   Bajos – traditional herbal pelvic steam bath of the Maya
o   Castor oil packs
o   Nutritional and herbal support
o   Lifestyle education

I will work with you to address your specific needs. Typically, 2-3 professional sessions (at a minimum) are required to address most conditions. Clients who perform their self-care massage on a routine basis report an improvement in their symptoms.

Please complete this comprehensive intake form prior to the appointment, which can be found here: Intake Female Arvigo Client Form,   Intake Male Arvigo Client Form