
Abdominal Therapy + Digestive Massage
Arvigo Techniques of Mayan Abdominal Therapy®
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The intention of this external massage is to relieve congestion in the pelvic region by guiding displaced organs back into the proper position for optimal health. This bodywork is structured to heavily support the reproductive, digestive, nervous, and lymphatic systems. Spiritual healing is woven into this practice, and all sessions start and conclude with an honoring of self meditation, allowing for time to reconnect with the heart, womb or creative sacral space, our ancestors and mother earth.
Plant medicine is offered during your session (tea, essential oils, and/or paleo santo/sage). Bodywork and Energy Healing are woven together and the majority of the work will be spent in the middle section of the body, working the abdominal and pelvic space and may include the lower back and sacral areas. Other herbal remedies may be included if needed (castor oil pack, pelvic steam, or herbal compress). This work is meant to be deeply healing and supportive of embodiment and gentle trauma release.
You may benefit from this kind of work if you are experiencing any of the following:
Menstrual conditions (pain, PMS, irregularity)
Fibroids or Endometriosis
Trouble conceiving or infertility
Digestive discomfort, Constipation, or Bloating
GERD, IBS, Crohn’s Disease, or Diverticulitis
Post-Surgery Scarring or adhesions
Feeling disconnected to one’s body
Struggling to feel safe in one’s body
Chronic guarding or trouble letting go
Chronic fatigue or anxiety
Chronic pain
**Please note: This type of bodywork is intended to be nurturing and restorative. All work is external. It may provoke the release of trauma and/or sexual healing, but it is not a sexual form of massage.
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Clearing the body of congestion
Improving nerve communication and function
Restabalizing hormonal levels
Supporting menstrual cycle regularity + female reproductive function
Supporting male reproductive function
Improving venous and arterial blood circulation
Improving lymphatic flow
Decreasing swelling + inflammation
Energy (chu’lel) healing + releasing stored emotions
Post-surgery recovery and scar tissue healing
Digestion relief + supporting organ function
Deeply restorative
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You should avoid scheduling an Arvigo® session:
if you are ~ 5 days away from starting your menses
if you are currently menstruating
if you’re currently experiencing acute infection, specifically in the abdomen and pelvis
if you are currently pregnant
if you aren’t 3-months outside of post-cesarean birth
if you aren’t 6 weeks post-partum vaginal birth
post hernia repair; wait at least 8 weeks
post pelvic floor surgery; wait at least 8 weeks
if you have an IUD
if you are currently receiving chemotherapy or if cancer is present in the pelvis or bones
Although you may still be able to receive bodywork for some of the above, we prefer to adhere to this protocol to assure everyone’s safety and comfort.
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CBD Oil: reduces inflammation and pain
Happy Feet Focus: reflexology can help support reproductive and digestive function.
First Appointment
120 min. $200
*Includes: 20-30 of intake
+ 90-min. of integrative bodywork
+ self-care homework
Follow-up Appointments
*Your practitioner will assist you in determining which session to schedule after your first appointment.
60 min. $135 | 75 min. $155
60 min. | Brief intake + 30-40 min. abdominal work + backside work
75 min. | Brief intake + 30-40 min. abdominal work + backside work, and other areas needing attention
Arvigo® Therapy
+ Lymphatic Drainage or Therapeutic Massage:
90 min. $190 | 120 min. $225
Digestive Massage
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If you experience indigestion, bloating, constipation, diarrhea, gas, or heartburn regularly, it can impact other parts of your body. A healthy digestive system influences the immune system, how our body absorbs nutrients, energy, and mood.
Digestive Massage can help stimulate relaxation in the irritated digestive organs, promote circulation and movement, and alleviate stagnation to help reduce any discomfort.
It includes:
Digestive massage with special blend of essential oils to aid in digestion. The therapist applies a blend of lavender, ginger, lemon, fennel, cardamom, and spearmint to the abdomen and gently integrates external massage techniques to help the digestive tract release any air, pressure, or solid build-up.
A heat pack is placed on the stomach while the therapist works the reflexology points on the feet to further stimuate the digestive organs.
Scalp massage (with or without lavender) can be integrated into your session to help reestablish that mind-gut connection.
Your therapist can discuss any additional things that may help reduce your symptoms, as she has training in Gut Wellness.
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Ease bloating, constipation, and pressure
Improve bowel movements
Stimulate paristalsis to aid in nutrient absorption
Strengthen immune function
Reduce irritability and improve energy and mood
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CBD Oil: anti-inflammatory and reduces pain
Anti-cellulite scrub: minimizes the appearance of cellulite and stretch marks.
Soothing Scalp Massage: fully relax the mind to increase relaxation to the gut
45 min. $100 | 60 min. $145
* You can also add 10 minutes of digestive massage focus to any therapeutic massage
Detox + Cleanse Treatment
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Feeling sluggish, foggy-headed, unmotivated, or lacking energy? Having repetitive digestive issues or feeling like your immune system is weak? This treatment aims to reduce inflammation, move stagnant lymphatic fluid and energy, and alleviate discomfort in the abdominal area.
It includes:
Lymphatic Drainage to assist the whole body in cleaning out foreign debris and cellular waste. I integrate MediCupping™ Therapy to create space within the layers of tissue by acting as a gentle vacuum to lift the tissues up, which allows for lymph flow, increased circulation, and less traffic for the white blood cells to circulate.
Digestive Massage works with the body's waste removal system to give the immune system a boost as the digestive tract gets cleared. The practitioner uses a gentle, yet firm-pressured technique to assist the body to release any air, pressure, or any solid build-up on its own.
Castor Oil Pack draws toxins out of the abdominal space so the organs (such as the intestines, gallbladder, liver, and reproductive tract), and tissues can eliminate debris and heal. (Not used if pregnant or menstruating.)
*You get to bring this home to reuse!
Your therapist will give you simple after-care directions to help keep the body in detox mode so you can really experience the benefits.
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Eases digestive discomfort associated with bloating, constipation, and pressure
Improves bowel movements and supports a healthy gut
Reduces inflammation build-up in the body, which reduces the pain associated with it
Speeds up the body’s ability to detox and release toxin build-up
Strengthens immune function
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CBD Oil: anti-inflammatory and reduces pain
Anti-cellulite scrub: minimizes the appearance of cellulite and stretch marks,
120 min. $225
Includes: Health Intake + Treatment Goals
+ 90 min. of bodywork
+ aftercare instructions