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Tips for Using a Back Massager While Pregnant

It will be very useful for a mother-to-be to have back massage during her pregnancy. Getting back massage not only will help reducing pain and irritation, but this can also help a mother in increasing the circulation in the back, belly, and abdomen. However, it is very important for you to not get a deep-tissue massage when you are pregnant because it can put too much pressure on the sensitive parts in the back and sides, and essentially induce labor. Additionally, a pregnant woman should wait until after the firs trimester and also no later than 36 weeks into her pregnancy if she wants to use back massager or any other professional massages. By following several tips below, you will learn on how to use back massager while pregnant. So, just take a look.

The first thing that you have to do is to consult with the doctor for ensuring that you are certainly safe to get a massage.

The second thing is to place batteries in your massager or just plug it into electrical outlet.

The third thing is to sit down with your massager in the place on the chair, if you are using a chair massager. If not, you can lay on your side firmly, but still in comfortable surface.

The fourth thing is to use chair massager or hand massager on the region of your back which is most affected. If you are going to use hand held massager, you may need a help from your friend to use it.

Lastly, you have to use your massager for about 15 to 20 minutes, and do not use it more than twice daily. It is because overuse of massager can potentially harm your muscles and also create more pain in the area you are massaging. So, by following several tips above, now you do not have to worry using back massager while pregnant.

Tips for Using a Back Massager While Pregnant

By: Alton Terrell




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