Visceral Manipulation Therapy: Restoring Balance to Your Body

Your organs naturally move as you breathe, digest, and perform other bodily functions. When restricted due to injury, surgery, inflammation, or illness, the normal movement is disrupted, leading to imbalances that can manifest as various health issues. Visceral Manipulation gently restores the natural motion of these organs, promoting better function throughout the body.

Conditions Visceral Manipulation Can Help Address

While Visceral Manipulation is particularly effective for digestive issues such as GERD, acid reflux, and bloating, it also offers benefits for many other health concerns:

• Chronic pain: Restrictions in the abdominal organs can lead to referred pain in areas such as the lower back, hips, and shoulders. Visceral Manipulation helps to release these tensions, offering relief from chronic pain.
• Post-surgical healing: Scar tissue from surgeries can limit organ mobility and contribute to digestive discomfort, pain, or restricted movement. Visceral Manipulation helps break down scar tissue, improving organ function and accelerating recovery.
• Lymphatic drainage: By freeing up restrictions in the visceral organs, this therapy enhances lymphatic flow, aiding in detoxification and reducing inflammation. It’s beneficial for those dealing with chronic inflammation or swelling.
• Pelvic pain: Visceral Manipulation can relieve pelvic and menstrual pain by addressing restrictions in the pelvic organs, restoring balance, and improving circulation.
• Stress and emotional health: Your organs store emotions and stress; visceral manipulation can help release stored tension, leading to a greater sense of well-being.

Supporting Gut Health and Beyond

One of the core benefits of Visceral Manipulation is its ability to improve gut health. The digestive system relies on the free movement of the stomach, intestines, and liver to function properly. When these organs are restricted, symptoms such as bloating, constipation, and digestive discomfort can occur. By restoring the mobility of these organs, Visceral Manipulation can help alleviate these symptoms, support nutrient absorption, and contribute to a healthier gut.

In addition to gut health, the therapy supports overall lymphatic drainage and detoxification, reducing the body’s toxic load and improving the immune system’s ability to respond to infections and inflammation.

Scientific Evidence Supporting Visceral Manipulation

Improving Digestive Health A 2018 study showed that visceral manipulation had a significant positive effect on patients suffering from gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). Participants experienced notable symptom relief and improved quality of life, suggesting Visceral Manipulation as a valuable therapy for digestive conditions.

Enhancing Lymphatic Flow and Reducing Inflammation Research published in 2016 highlighted that visceral manipulation can improve lymphatic circulation and reduce systemic inflammation. The therapy was shown to significantly reduce swelling and improve detoxification, making it beneficial for those with inflammatory conditions.

Visceral Manipulation offers a holistic, non-invasive way to address both acute and chronic health concerns. Whether you’re dealing with digestive issues, chronic pain, or simply seeking to optimize your body’s natural detoxification processes, this therapy can help restore balance and improve overall well-being.

At The Functional Medicine Center of New Jersey, we use Visceral Manipulation to support your journey toward healing, helping your body function at its best. For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 70 East Allendale Rd., Saddle River, NJ 07458. We serve patients from Saddle River NJ, Wyckoff NJ, Ramsey NJ, Montvale NJ, Paramus NJ, Franklin Lakes NJ, Waldwick NJ, and surrounding areas.