Post Abdominal Surgery

Although abdominal surgery is often necessary, it is important to mitigate the subsequent effect that it may have on the body. Often after abdominal surgery, lines of scar tissue develop around the site of surgery. We call these ‘lesional chains.' This can affect how forces are transmitted through the tissues. Descending pressures within the abdomen can be affected. Areas of congestion and tension can develop. 

The movement of food through the gut can be affected. Undue pressure can build up on the bladder and affect continence. Postural problems can also show up as the scar tissue creates asymmetrical pulls within the abdomen and chest, affecting the spine. 

Visceral Manipulation (VM) is gentle manual therapy of the organs and their corresponding attachments. Lesional chains can be picked up through the practitioner’s touch and corrected though subtle manipulations of the relevant tissue. VM is only indicated from three months post-surgery once the tissue is fully healed. If you are experiencing any adverse effects post-surgery, including pain syndromes, gut or urinary issues, a meaningful change in your spinal alignment or reduction of mobility around the shoulders and hips, VM may be for you.