Alexandra Robin – Back & Body Chiropractic

11/Jul/2022

In 2022, Back & Body Chiropractic is celebrating its 10th year in business!

It’s not uncommon for our patients to go out of their way to say “thanks.” Whether it’s through a heartfelt letter, a token of appreciation, an award nomination or a visit to say “thank you” in person, they never cease to amaze us with their kindness, devotion and gratitude.

While we’ll never be able to fully explain how much each and every one of you mean to us, we’ll give it our best:

“The fact that our patients seek our help and confide in us at their most vulnerable times demonstrates trust. I am thankful for that. Without my patients, I would not be able to fulfill the dream I’ve had since I was a child, to be able to help people live better lives through the field of healthcare. Patients have many choices when it comes to choosing a health care provider. When they grant me the chance to help them, I am very grateful for that opportunity. I look forward to many more years of patient care here in Dayville.”

Alexandra Fandetti-Robin, DC Owner and Chiropractor, Back & Body Chiropractic

Alexandra Robin

13/Jul/2020

Are you pregnant and experiencing pelvic or abdominal pain? What about leg pain or headaches? Nausea? Anxiety? Sleeplessness? Prenatal Massage may be the treatment option you didn’t know you had.

If you have ever found yourself experiencing any of the above symptoms throughout your pregnancy, there are several natural and safe treatment options available. In addition to chiropractic care, prenatal massage therapy is a safe and effective treatment for many of the symptoms that accompany pregnancy, when performed by a massage therapist that is certified in prenatal techniques.

Here are a few studies that demonstrate the effectiveness of prenatal massage. Several were compiled by Tiffany Martini Field, Professor of Pediatrics, Psychology, and Psychiatry at the University of Miami School of Medicine, who has done extensive research since the 1990’s regarding the benefits of massage for expectant mothers and infants. (Click any link below to access the study abstracts.)

2010 Literature review in Expert Reviews In Obstetrics And Gynecology

Massage therapy decreased depression, anxiety, and leg pain in pregnant women. Also indicating those in labor used less pain medication and had labors averaging three hours shorter than average.

2009 Study in the Journal Of Bodywork And Movement Therapies

On 112 pregnant women diagnosed with depression suggested those receiving psychotherapy plus massage over a six week period experienced greater drops in depression than those getting psychotherapy alone.

2006 Study in Scandinavian Journal Of Caring Science

Massage was an effective integrative treatment for severe pregnancy related nausea and vomiting.

1999 Study in Journal Of Obstetrics And Gynecology

Benefits of massage therapy during pregnancy confirmed. Findings include massage reducing anxiety, improving mood, sleep, and reducing back pain among expectant mothers who received massage twice weekly for five weeks during pregnancy.

Our massage therapists are highly skilled, certified, and trained to perform specific prenatal massage. If you would prefer a natural option to pain relief and improving the experience of your pregnancy, call our office today at 860-412-9016. We look forward to working with you!

References:

Field T. Pregnancy and labor massage. Expert Rev Obstet Gynecol. 2010;5(2):177-181. doi:10.1586/eog.10.12

Field T, Deeds O, Diego M, et al. Benefits of combining massage therapy with group interpersonal psychotherapy in prenatally depressed women. J Bodyw Mov Ther. 2009;13(4):297-303. doi:10.1016/j.jbmt.2008.10.002

Ågren, A. and Berg, M. (2006), Tactile massage and severe nausea and vomiting during pregnancy – women’s experiences. Scandinavian Journal of Caring Sciences, 20: 169-176. doi:10.1111/j.1471-6712.2006.00394.x

T. Field, M. Hemandez-Reif, S. Hart, H. Theakston, S. Schanberg & C. Kuhn (1999) Pregnant women benefit from massage therapy, Journal of Psychosomatic Obstetrics & Gynecology, 20:1, 31-38, DOI: 10.3109/01674829909075574

A ‘Thank You’ to Our Patients

Considering Prenatal Massage? The Proof is in the Research.

Are you pregnant and experiencing pelvic or abdominal pain? What about leg pain or headaches? Nausea? Anxiety? Sleeplessness? Prenatal Massage may be the treatment option you didn’t know you had.