Full Chest And Breast Massage
Wellness Focused Chest & Breast Massage
By encouraging easy breathing, releasing tension in the muscles and bones located in the chest, and encouraging healthy flow of blood and lymph, chest and breast massage can support overall physical wellness, as well as mental, emotional and spiritual well being. It is effective as part of treatment protocol for shoulder and neck injuries. A referral from your doctor is required in the state of California to receive breast massage.
Why Do You Offer Full Chest And Breast Massage?
I am one of the few massage therapists in Santa Barbara who offer to include therapeutic massage of the full chest and breasts. With written and verbal consent, breast massage can be included in any full body treatment. If you, like many people, are unfamiliar with this practice, read on....
I offer this special massage option to all my clients because having my own full chest included in full body massages has been deeply healing, relaxing and emotionally transformative for me in ways I've never experienced in traditional massages that don't include my full chest.
I was born with a condition called pectus carinatum, a rare chest wall deformity that causes the breastbone to push outward instead of being flush against the chest. It is also known as pigeon chest or keel chest. Growing up I was very embarrassed and ashamed of my chest. I would wear sweaters and jackets to hide it and would avoid taking off my shirt in public or in front of others. Receiving full chest massage helped me to accept myself for who I am and no longer feel ashamed or embarrassed. I was able to release a huge amount of grief that I never realized I was carrying in my body. I feel more whole and connected to my body when receiving this type of work and felt the need to provide this body positive, therapeutic experience for my clients as well.
Is It Required To Uncover My Breasts For The Treatment?
Skin contact is the preferred way to perform breast massage. Visual inspection of the breast is one important way to assess changes in breast health; so undraping the breast provides essential treatment information. That being said, massage can be performed over loose, thin clothing or through a sheet or drape. Some clients prefer to perform their own breast massage with instruction from the therapist. There are many options and the priority is always your comfort and safety.
- Full chest/breast massage in which your full chest & breasts are massaged with your full chest undraped.
- Partial chest massage in which just your chest muscles are massaged, with your breasts professionally draped. Touch to your breast tissue will be minimal as this massage focuses on the attachment sites of your chest muscles.
- No chest massage in which you decline any massage of your chest & breasts
- It is your decision how you choose to receive treatment and you may change your mind at any point during the session.
It is your decision how you choose to receive treatment and you may change your mind at any point during the session.
How Is Breast Massage Performed At Your Office?
In the state of California, a referral from your healthcare provider is required in order to receive full chest and breast massage. The session begins with a thorough health history. This is a critical component to safely providing breast massage. Certain breast conditions (including infection and undiagnosed discharge or lumps) are contraindications to receiving massage. In addition, some medical conditions, such as heart disease or diabetes, can contribute to breast pain and need to be evaluated by your physician. Part of this discussion will include your breast health goals and your preferences for receiving massage with or without clothes, through a sheet or drape, or with direct skin contact. The session is designed to meet your needs and comfort level.
What Should I Expect During A Session?
Breasts are an integrated part of the chest and shoulder girdle. They affect the posture and, therefore, tension in the neck, shoulders, upper back and chest. Trigger points, muscle contractures, joint inflammation and nerve impingement can all refer pain to the breasts. Due to these considerations, treatment will begin with the muscles surrounding the breasts. Lymphatic regions in the neck and underarms will be opened to promote drainage of the breast tissue.
At that point rib muscles and breast tissue will be kneaded to promote circulation. Abdominal massage is frequently included in the session, as well as deep breathing. Gentle myofascial release techniques may be used to reduce adhesions. This can be done with or without lotion. Communication will be open throughout the process to assure your comfort and answer any questions you have. I will sometimes ask for feedback to respect the delicacy of the structures in this region and keep them safe and sound.
What Conditions Does Breast Massage Treat?
Massage is well documented to reduce pain and swelling, as well as promote circulation and relaxation. We can extend this service to breast tissue. Conditions such as breast pain, recovery from breast reduction or breast augmentation procedures, problems with lactation, congestion, pre-menstrual swelling, and fibrocystic breasts may all respond to regular massage treatment. It is also an excellent addition to any wellness massage. Why not provide our chest with the same benefits that we give the rest of our body?
Does Breast Massage Treat Or Cure Cancer?
Breast massage will not cure cancer and it does not diagnose cancer. However, it can be an important piece in the framework of a well-developed integrative medicine treatment plan. Breast cancer survivors and thrivers can benefit from reduction in pain and swelling, relaxation of scar tissue, and soothing touch to a highly traumatized area. The process of diagnosing and treating breast cancer is confusing and frightening. Having an advocate that can teach you about your breast tissue changes and how to monitor them after cancer treatment is empowering. Your loved ones will also likely express concerns about their breast health as a result of being involved in your experience. Breast care education can give them tools for detecting and monitoring breast tissue changes throughout their lives.
What Is Involved In Breast Massage Training?
Breast massage training is highly varied throughout the world. It may include lymphatic massage, myofascial release, visceral/abdominal massage, pre- or post-surgical massage, scar work, oncology massage, pregnancy and lactation massage. The crucial component is that your therapist has training in your particular stage in breast care. A healthy client who chooses to include breast massage as part of a wellness treatment has different requirements than a breast cancer patient. A breast-feeding mother will have different needs than a client undergoing breast reduction surgery. Typically, bodyworkers will attend advanced breast education classes after completing primary training. It is appropriate for you to ask your therapist what type of training she or he has completed so you can make an informed choice about receiving treatment.
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A major concern for many people when they come to get a massage, especially if it’s their first time ever receiving one, is how much of their clothing they’ll need to remove and how they’ll be covered throughout the massage. It’s perfectly understandable. As your therapist, I’m asking you to put yourself in a rather vulnerable state, and I have the upmost respect for that. My focus is making you comfortable every step of the way. So there’s a few things you might want to understand so that you can stay as relaxed as possible during your massage session. First and foremost, as for how much of your clothing you’ll need to remove, this is entirely up to you and the type of massage you want. There are some massage techniques that can be performed while you’re fully clothed. However, the more common methods do require at least partial undressing to be able to be most effective. For example, if your back is sore from a little extra work over the weekend, I can do some compressions and mobilizations that can help while you’re fully clothed, but to access some of those deeper structures in a more precise manner, taking off your shirt will allow me to do just that for those hard to reach back muscles. That will also allow me to use lotion or oil to glide across the skin as I work, making the entire experience a whole lot more pleasant and relaxing. The second thing I should mention is that no matter what clothing you decide you’re comfortable removing, you will remain covered at all times. Your pelvic area and chest/breasts will always be covered (unless written and verbal consent for breast massage is received). Part of our training as massage therapists is centered around how to cover and uncover specific areas of the body while maintaining modesty. So we can uncover your leg without ever exposing anything above the thigh and tuck the linens just so to prevent any unwanted exposure. The same goes for your arms, your chest, stomach, back, and even the glutes. Again, my focus is on making sure you can relax and enjoy your entire massage, and part of that is covering and uncovering areas in a way that ensures your privacy while still allowing you to have the best massage experience possible. If you ever feel uncomfortable or have any questions or requests, please don’t hesitate to speak up. The last thing I want is your mind taken over by thoughts of worry or discomfort while you’re getting a massage.
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