Abdominal massage gives you the opportunity to provide benefit to the organs in the abdominal cavity. This self healing technique is essential for any wellness program whether you are looking to prevent dis-ease, improve digestion, or recover from an illness. It is especially useful if you suffer from constipation.

1) Lie down on your back. Overlap your hands on your abdomen just below your abdomen. Your breathing should be relaxed and smooth. Stay in this position and focus on your breath for several minutes before beginning.

2) Bring your attention to your hands on the lower abdomen. Begin rubbing your palm over your abdomen in a clockwise direction. Begin with a small circular pattern progressing to larger circles cover the entire abdomen. Perform 36 to 100 clockwise rotations. It is important to perform the circular rotations in the clockwise direction because this corresponds with the direction of the Large Intestine.

3) Bring you finger tips just below your sternum. Continue breathing in a relaxed manner. As you exhale, gently press your fingertips towards the spine. After each breath, move one inch down the center line and repeat gentle pressure on the next exhale. Your breath should be soft and relaxed. Continue as above, skipping over the umbilicus until you reach the pubic bone.

4) After you complete the centerline, complete three more lines about 1 inch apart down the left side of the abdomen.

5) After you complete the left side of the abdomen, complete three lines about one inch apart moving superiorly from the base of the abdomen up towards the ribs.

6) Work along the lower border of the rib cage. Start from the lower border of the sternum and work laterally on both sides. Repeat three time on each side.