Can I Have a Back Massage During Pregnancy?
Experienced massage therapists should be consulted for the contraindications of waist massage for pregnant women. The massage technique should not be too heavy, and techniques such as pressing, rubbing, kneading, and wiping can be used. However, techniques such as pushing, oblique pulling, pulling, stepping on, and slapping should be avoided, especially strong stimulation to the lumbar and sacral region, such as violent and rough hand pushing and rubbing, as they may cause miscarriage or preterm birth. It is generally recommended to stop manual massage three months before delivery.
It is important to note that pregnant women should not misuse blood-activating and stasis-removing hot compresses and ointments, such as musk analgesic plaster, blood-activating analgesic plaster, and heat therapy. Additionally, it is advisable to be cautious about undergoing X-ray examinations in the first three months of pregnancy. If necessary, these examinations can be performed after three months.
Due to the special physical condition of pregnant women and the numerous contraindications for massage during pregnancy, it does not mean that they cannot have a waist massage. However, it is crucial to master the appropriate strength and technique. Pregnant women can relieve lower back pain by having a waist massage. It is recommended that they seek professional medical advice and have the massage performed by a professional therapist in a hospital. The massage technique should not be too heavy, and slapping should be avoided, especially avoiding stimulating strong acupoints in the abdomen and lumbar and sacral region, as this may lead to preterm birth or miscarriage.
Pregnant women should not use a waist massager. During pregnancy, it is inevitable that pregnant women may experience lower back pain and soreness. Some mothers-to-be may consider using a waist massager to alleviate the discomfort. However, it is not advisable for pregnant women to use a waist massager during pregnancy. Firstly, a waist massager stimulates acupoints in the body through electrical current to achieve a massaging effect. Although the current is small, it can still stimulate the fetus in the womb. Secondly, the body of a pregnant woman is special, and many acupoints should not be pressed during pregnancy, as this may have adverse effects on the fetus and even lead to miscarriage in severe cases. Therefore, it is recommended that pregnant women avoid using a waist massager.
