Closing a diastasis (ab separation with stretched connective tissue) can have one path, but add in a hernia (ab separation with torn connective tissue) and you’ve got another path all together.

You’ve probably heard of deep tissue or Swedish massage—but have you ever heard of visceral manipulation? It’s a gentle, hands-on abdominal massage therapy that works with your organs (yes, your actual internal organs!) to restore mobility, ease pain, and help your body function the way it’s designed to. While it might sound unusual at first, this work is rooted in anatomy, physiology, and osteopathic medicine—and it can be life-changing, especially for postpartum recovery

Curious what happens in a visceral manipulation session? Learn how this gentle abdominal massage therapy in Montclair, NJ restores balance, relieves pain, and supports postpartum recovery.

Pregnancy and birth transform your body in ways that are nothing short of incredible. Your organs shift, your core muscles stretch, and your fascia adapts to support new life. But after giving birth—whether vaginally or via C-section—your body doesn’t slide right back into alignment. That’s where Visceral Manipulation (VM) comes in. It’s a gentle, hands-on technique that helps restore the natural mobility of your organs and fascia, supporting your body’s ability to heal and

If you’ve never heard of visceral manipulation, you’re not alone—most people haven’t! But once they experience it, they often say, “Why didn’t I know about this sooner?” Visceral manipulation is a gentle, hands-on therapy that helps your internal organs and connective tissues move freely again. It’s deeply restorative for anyone dealing with tension, pain, or imbalance that doesn’t seem to respond to stretching, massage, or exercise alone.

If you’ve ever felt like traditional massage helps—but only for a little while—you’re not imagining things. Sometimes, pain and tension go deeper than what the muscles alone can release. That’s where combining Visceral Manipulation , massage therapy , and corrective exercise can make all the difference. In my Montclair, NJ practice, I blend these three approaches to help clients not only feel better after each session, but move better long-term. Together, they address the wh

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