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ADVERTORIAL ENHANCING HEALTH AND WELLNESS THROUGH ABDOMINAL MASSAGE THE ARVIGO TECHNIQUES MAYA ABDOMINAL THERAPYTM Dr. Rosita Arvigo, DN developed the techniques Dr. Rosita Arvigo Massage therapists seek techniques they can integrate into their practices to meet client health and wellness needs. Abdominal massage is one of those techniques that delivers, and one approach which stands out is The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy™. The Arvigo techniques encompass a holistic approach to health and wellness that uses bodywork, nutrition, herbal support, and spiritual healing. Arvigo bodywork is a noninvasive, but powerful technique based on traditional work passed down by the Maya people of Central America. By realigning organs that have become congested, skilled practitioners are able to gently restore the balance of homeostasis and hemodynamics to improve organ function. By repositioning abdominal organs, Arvigo practitioners are able to address a number of common conditions for women, men and children involving reproductive, digestive, and musculoskeletal problems, and general wellness. When the organs are in place, this life force fl ows without restraint generating effi cient organ function permitting balanced hormonal secretions and assimilation, as well as proper elimination of toxins. based on the traditional massage of the Maya as well her education and background as a naprapathic doctor. In 30 years of research, Dr. Arvigo has combined the traditional bodywork techniques with modern knowledge of anatomy, physiology, homeostasis and hemodynamics to address the consequences of mal-positioned or crowded organs in the pelvic region blocking the proper fl ow of lymph, blood, and nerve connections. Arvigo practitioners are often able to bring about relief from common health issues for which clients have unsuccessfully sought help from mainstream sources. The Arvigo Techniques are an effective and simple modality that can add great value to a massage therapist's practice. Some of our students share their experiences: " This work has chosen me to begin a new phase of my life." "Wonderful and informative workshop" "Invigorating, self motivating, and joyous!" " Very happy with my new skills. Can't wait to get started" For information on becoming an Arvigo practitioner and a schedule of courses consult www.arvigotherapy.com or call 603-588-2571. ARCH TO THE PATH TO IXCHEL'S TEMPLE AT SAN GERVASIO ON COZUMEL IN MEXICO 22 massage & bodywork september/october 2011