Breast / Chest Massage
Breast / chest massage can be therapeutically indicated for various reasons. Some of these include:
◦ Perinatal – reduce pregnancy/ postpartum symptoms
◦ Support lactation, reduce engorgement, prevent clogged ducts
◦ General breast / chest health (PMS and other concerns)
◦ Reduction of musculoskeletal tension
◦ Improvement of respiration
◦ Body awareness / positivity / neutrality
◦ Recovery from gender affirming surgery
Consent and trauma informed communication
Breast / chest massage requires a separate consent form to be signed by the client prior to treatment. The massage therapist will communicate with the client throughout this work to maintain the client’s comfort level.
Breast and chest work combines swedish/western massage techniques with a manual lymphatic drainage approach.
