Abdominal Massage May Ease Constipation

Stretching or loosening the muscles involved in digestion can bring relief to related discomfort and aid in the elimination process.
Abdominal Massage May Ease Constipation
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Cassie Madsen found occasional massage therapy helpful for general relaxation during the height of her struggles with irritable bowel syndrome and anxiety. Still, she wasn’t expecting her massage therapist to offer an abdominal massage.

She had never heard of such a thing. The duo first talked about Madsen’s gut function, including her frequent constipation.

Amy Denney
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Amy Denney is a health reporter for The Epoch Times. Amy has a master’s degree in public affairs reporting from the University of Illinois Springfield and has won several awards for investigative and health reporting. She covers the microbiome, new treatments, and integrative wellness.