Prenatal Massage Sherwood Park

Prenatal massage offers a safe, natural, drug-free way to ease discomfort during pregnancy. At our Sherwood Park clinic near Broadmoor Boulevard, it can help reduce back and joint pain, ease muscle tension, improve circulation, reduce swelling, and promote relaxation — an important option since many medications are not recommended during pregnancy. Treatments are tailored to your trimester and adjusted based on your current symptoms and comfort.

What to Expect During Your Prenatal Massage Appointment

If you’re experiencing headaches, joint swelling, muscle stiffness, backaches, cramping, fatigue, or trouble sleeping during pregnancy, prenatal massage may be a helpful part of your care.

Your session will begin with a short assessment. Your therapist will review your health history, discuss any concerns, and identify areas you’d like to focus on. During your treatment, your safety and comfort — and your baby’s — are the top priority. We use bolsters and pillows to properly support your body. Prenatal massage is often performed side-lying, and techniques are always adapted to your stage of pregnancy and individual needs.

Treatment may include gentle to moderate pressure, myofascial release, soft tissue release, pelvic balancing, and trigger point therapy — tailored to what’s most useful for you at this stage. Communication is encouraged throughout so your therapist can adjust positioning or pressure at any point.

After your massage, drink water to support recovery. Your therapist may also share gentle stretches or self-care strategies to help you continue feeling well between visits. If it fits your needs, follow-up sessions can be scheduled throughout your pregnancy.

What prenatal massage helps with

Prenatal massage targets the specific physical demands pregnancy places on the body:

• Lower back pain — the growing uterus shifts your centre of gravity forward, increasing the lumbar curve and overloading the erector spinae and quadratus lumborum. It’s one of the most common pregnancy complaints, and one massage addresses most directly. (More on the structures involved on our back pain page.)
• Hip and SI joint pain — relaxin loosens the pelvic and sacroiliac ligaments from early in pregnancy, so the glutes, piriformis, and TFL compensate with extra tension. Releasing that compensatory tension eases the deep hip and buttock aching.
• Round ligament pain — as the round ligaments stretch, they cause sharp pain in the lower abdomen and groin. Massage can’t change the ligament, but releasing the surrounding hip-flexor and abdominal tension reduces how often and how sharply it flares.
• Swelling (oedema) in the legs and feet — the uterus compresses pelvic venous return, slowing circulation in the lower legs. Gentle massage supporting lymphatic and venous flow helps reduce swelling, especially in the second and third trimesters.
• Sleep disruption and stress — the parasympathetic settling from a session carries into the evening and improves sleep, working on the same physical stress response as our stress and anxiety massage.

Book Prenatal Massage at Your Sherwood Park Location

Prenatal massage is available at our Sherwood Park clinic at 2457 Broadmoor Blvd #114. Direct billing to most major insurers. If you have a high-risk pregnancy, check with your healthcare provider first. Same-day appointments are often available — book online or call 780-433-0550.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is prenatal massage safe during pregnancy?

Yes — when provided by a trained Registered Massage Therapist, prenatal massage is generally safe and is adapted for each trimester. At our Sherwood Park clinic, we use side-lying positioning and supportive pillows so there’s no pressure on the abdomen.

What does prenatal massage help with?

Sherwood Park clients commonly book for lower-back and hip pain, pelvic discomfort, neck and shoulder tension, leg cramps, swelling, stress, and trouble sleeping. Sessions are tailored to your stage of pregnancy and your symptoms.

Can prenatal massage induce labour?

There’s no evidence that therapeutic prenatal massage induces labour. Your RMT avoids specific acupressure points historically associated with uterine stimulation, but standard massage to the back, hips, and legs doesn’t trigger labour.

Are there times when I should avoid prenatal massage?

If you have a high-risk pregnancy, unexplained bleeding, fever, severe swelling, preeclampsia, or recent complications, speak with your doctor or midwife before booking. Your therapist can also discuss modifications with you.

Is prenatal massage covered by insurance in Sherwood Park?

If your plan covers massage therapy by a Registered Massage Therapist, prenatal massage usually qualifies. Our Sherwood Park clinic offers direct billing to many insurers so you don’t need to pay up front and submit a claim.

Where is your Sherwood Park clinic located?

Our Sherwood Park clinic is at 2457 Broadmoor Blvd #114, serving Strathcona County and the surrounding area. Same-day appointments are often available — book online or call 780-433-0550.