Cells that are form fibers and ground substance in the extracellular matrix of fibrous connective tissue, and fibrocytes are cells that maintain it. Large white blood cells that are capable of moving about and ingesting foreign substances, including microorganisms in the connective tissue.
Improves posture. Besides improving circulation, prenatal massage also helps improve posture and reduce back pain. Massage improves flexibility and muscle tone, enhancing the motherâs ability to carry the extra weight of the fetus. In addition to that, massage helps in relieving muscle spasm and leg cramps.
Last updated: September 2016. Prenatal massage shares many of the goals of regular massage Â­â to relax tense muscles, ease sore spots, improve circulation and mobility, and just make you feel good. But it's also tailored specifically to the needs of pregnant women and their changing bodies, and therapists who are trained in prenatal massage adjust their techniques accordingly.