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What are The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy®?



Are the techniques recommended for all women?

Almost every woman, even those who have had hysterectomies can benefit greatly from the Arvigo® Techniques through improved circulation, lymphatic drainage and a decrease in the formation of scar tissue.


How quickly should I expect a change?





How do the techniques work for women?



What could cause a displaced uterus?





  • Time and gravity

  • Past surgeries

  • Weak pelvic floor muscles

  • Chronic muscle spasm around the low back and sacrum

  • Emotional armoring


What are the symptoms of a displaced uterus?

  • Painful or irregular periods; painful or irregular ovulation


  • Headache or migraine with period


  • Low backache; back pain with period


  • PMS/ depression

  • Frequent urination; bladder infections, incontinence

  • Recurrent vaginal infections

  • Chronic miscarriages

  • Difficulty getting pregnant/Infertility

  • Painful intercourse

  • Chronic constipation

  • Difficult menopause


Direct application over the uterus is not performed:

  • During menstrual bleeding

  • For a woman using an IUD for birth control


  • During the first trimester of pregnancy


How do the techniques support Fertility?

Once the uterus is in its optimal position, there is improved hemodynamics and homeostasis to support and enhance fertility.


I've had a Hysterectomy - how do the techniques help?



How do the techniques help with Cesarian sections?

Although many cesarean births are necessary, Arvigo® practitioners use this simple, safe, easy to learn technique to help prevent unnecessary cesarean births. By strengthening and toning the uterus, ligaments, and other pelvic organs, the therapy helps to place and maintain the uterus in its optimal position for giving birth.


The well-being of the mother and baby are improved as they prepare for labor and delivery. Midwife practitioners often apply these techniques during labor and delivery and report a decrease in laboring and easy delivery for mom and baby.




How do the techniques support digestion?



Stresses and emotions cause the small intestine and colon to be "twisted or kinked" leading the blockages in the flow of peristalsis. Surrounding fascia creates adhesions that malposition organs and impede proper blood flow and enzyme secretions. These techniques slowly improve fascia adhesions, scar tissue and remove any "kinks" in the digestive tract. Often there is a dramatic improvement after just one session when combined with proper diet and self-care.


Will the techniques help with digestion problems following abdominal surgery?

Scar tissue and facial adhesions can often cause problems with digestion after abdominal surgery.  By improving circulation, ATMAT can help break down this tissue to restore normal function. A few sessions combined with castor oil packs, diet, and self care are often used. It is generally advised to wait until three months after your surgery to apply these techniques. A few surgeries may require a longer rest period before treatment can be initiated. It is always advised to consult your health care provider.


What is "Self Care" and why does it help?

Each client is instructed in performing the abdominal massage for themselves. By doing self care massage daily for 2 - 3 minutes of daily massage, it provides the individual with the ability to improve their symptoms while working with their practitioner.




Where does Arvigo® Therapy come from?

The Arvigo® techniques were developed by Dr. Rosita Arvigo, N.D. based on her apprenticeship with the Maya healer Don Elijio Panti and her own education, training, and research as a naprapathic physician. Rosita's lifework, The Arvigo Techniques Of Maya Abdominal Therapy®, help to restore the body to its natural balance by correcting the position of organs that have shifted and restrict the flow of blood, lymph, nerve and chi energy. Today the Arvigo® techniques are employed by Arvigo® Practitioners across the globe bringing the benefits of natural healing to their clients.