(2hrs 30mins)

Maya Abdominal Massage (MAM) is a technique based on the ancient Mayan understanding of the importance of the positioning of the reproductive and digestive organs for pelvic and abdominal health. It is a non-invasive external massage technique for men and women, which improves organ function by relieving congestion, enhancing blood supply, increasing lymphatic drainage and aiding nerve supply to the pelvic and reproductive organs. MAM is best known for the correction of the prolapsed, fallen, or tilted uterus and for the relief of many common digestive disorders. At the core of this technique for women is the emphasis on the positioning of the uterus, which can lead to a wide range of gynecological disorders. MAM also aids relaxation and can help to achieve a more emotional and spiritual connection to the reproductive area, by helping women to connect with their femininity and increase fertility. The technique has also been found helpful for chronic stomach problems such as indigestion and constipation.

This treatment is also very helpful for a pre and during ivf protocol, to prepare the body for medical treatment and restoring faith in the reproductive organs. During down regulation will help the body respond, help the reproductive system close down and help aleviate headaches, insomnia, mood swings, tiredness and depression, associated with supression drugs. During the stimulation cycle, it will help with ovarian egg quality, help prevent hyper stimulation, alleviate ovarian pain and stimulate blood flow to the uterus to aid implantation.

Indications for treatment include:

- Chronic stomach problems i.e. indigestion and constipation

- Difficult menopause

- Displaced or prolapsed uterus

- Endometriosis

- Frequent urination

- Headaches / dizziness with menses and PMS

- Infertility

- Long or difficult labour

- Lower backache

- Painful intercourse

- Painful or irregular menses

- Prostate problems i.e. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

- Tired legs and Numbness

- Varicose veins

The treatment involves abdominal and lower back massage, focusing on aligning reproductive and abdominal organs. There is also instruction on 'self-care' techniques that individuals can apply at home, as well as recommendations for  naturopathic techniques to improve treatment outcome.