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Recent Research Highlights the Benefits of Massage Therapy During Pregnancy and Labor

Recent Research Highlights the Benefits of Massage Therapy During Pregnancy and Labor

EVANSTON, Ill., Oct. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — During National Massage Therapy Awareness Week®, the American Massage Therapy Association (AMTA) is sharing a recent wave of research highlighting the benefits of massage therapy throughout pregnancy and labor. These studies demonstrate how massage therapy can reduce pain, ease insomnia, improve mental health, and enhance overall comfort during pregnancy and childbirth. Collectively, these findings suggest that massage therapy is a promising, non-pharmacological option for reducing symptoms during pregnancy and labor.