Visceral Manipulation is a gentle technique that aids your body's ability to release restrictions and unhealthy compensations that cause pain and dysfunction. Visceral Manipulation does not focus solely on the site of pain or dysfunction, but evaluates the entire body to find the source of the problem. The therapist feels for altered or decreased motion within the viscera, as well as restrictive patterns throughout the body and then applies visceral manipulation techniques.  Some of the techniques are very similar to gentle myofascial release techniques, since we're mostly affecting the connective tissue that surrounds and supports the organs, and connects them to the bones, blood vessels and nerves. Visceral manipulation therapy helps re-establish the body's ability to adapt and restore itself to health.  It is usually best to wear comfortable loose fitting clothing that allows access to the rib cage and abdomen.

Visceral Manipulation can be beneficial for many different disorders such as: