Maya Abdominal Massage


Maya Abdominal Therapy originates in ancient Maya massage practices. Gentle external massage helps guide organs back into proper position and enhances the flow of blood, lymph, nerve impulses and chi in the abdomen. Increased flow restores balance and allows the body to heal.

Regular treatments can help relieve:

  • Menstrual pain and endometriosis

  • Ovarian cysts and PCOS

  • Pelvic Pain

  • Chronic yeast, BV and bladder infections

  • Urinary incontinence

  • Pelvic organ prolapse

  • Perimenopause/Menopause

  • Digestive disorders

  • Constipation

  • Scar tissue and surgical recovery

Abdominal Therapy supports:

  • Optimal fertility for both natural and ART supported conception

  • Postpartum recovery

  • Healing from cesarean birth

  • Healing from birth trauma

What to Expect

Maya Abdominal Therapy in Paonia

Initial visits are two hours long. They include a comprehensive intake, physical assessment, treatment and education for self-care between sessions.

During a Session: You will be unclothed and draped as you would for a regular massage. The uterus sits just above the pubic bone,  so I will be working quite low to begin with. The massage eventually covers the entire abdomen, stimulating circulation of blood, lymph and nerve impulses to all organs. Sessions usually include a castor oil pack and abdominal cupping. This improves nerve flow to abdominal and pelvic organs, supporting proper uterine placement, and aligns your pelvis for your comfort and freedom of movement.

Self-massage: I will teach you the routine developed by Dr. Arvigo and send you home with written instructions. We recommend that you do this 10-minute massage every day between professional sessions. Daily massage improves and accelerates results. 

Supportive Modalities: I may suggest castor oil packs, herbal formulas, yoni steams and variations on the traditional belly-wrap called a faja. I will instruct you specifically on any we decide to use.

Follow-up appointments are scheduled every 2-4 weeks. Plan on at least three of these 60-minute sessions for best results.

The Founder

Dr Rosita Arvigo, DN is a naprapathic physician and master herbalist who has lived and studied with traditional healers in central America for over 50 years. Her Abdominal Therapy techniques masterfully combine modern science and ancient healing practices. She established the Arvigo Institute of Maya Abdominal Therapy in 2004 and is a founding member of the new Abdominal Therapy Collective.

To learn more about Dr Arvigo and the traditional roots of Maya Abdominal Therapy, please visit RositaArvigo.com.