What is Visceral Therapy and Why Might It Be Necessary?
Visceral therapy is a manual treatment that focuses on mobilizing internal organs (viscera), improving their circulation, and releasing adhesions. Our entire body, including our internal organs, is covered by connective tissue membranes (fascia), which provide connections to other organs and parts of the musculoskeletal system. The organs move within their environment, relative to each other and other structures, and high-quality fascia is essential for this movement.
When this movement is disrupted, various degrees of adhesions, elongations, and tensions can develop in the connective tissue network, leading to circulation or mobility problems of the organs. These issues can arise due to surgical scarring, lack of proper hydration, or immobility from a sedentary lifestyle.
How is the Treatment Conducted?
- Direct Techniques: Direct manipulation of the organ with superficial and deeper grips to help improve the restricted range of motion.
- Indirect Techniques: Indirectly affecting the organ from a distance through acupressure points.
When is Visceral Therapy Recommended?
- Internal Medicine Conditions: Such as reflux, stomach and intestinal problems, IBS, Crohn’s disease, bloating, and bowel movement disorders.
- Uncertain Origin, Recurring Musculoskeletal Complaints
- Post-Abdominal and Pelvic Surgeries
- Postpartum: Especially after cesarean section, episiotomy, and perineal injury.
- Gynecological Conditions: Such as uterine and ovarian cysts, endometriosis, adenomyosis, PCOS, fibroids, menstrual disorders, and painful menstruation.
- Difficulty Conceiving: After ruling out organic causes.
- Prostate Problems and Groin Complaints
- Urinary Incontinence
- Lung Conditions: Such as asthma, COPD, and pneumonia.
- After Prolonged Medication, Diseases Involving Immobility and Inflammation
