The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy®
The Arvigo Technique of Maya Abdominal Therapy® blends science with ancient tradition to support the body’s innate healing abilities. This hands-on technique addresses the position of the sacrum and the pelvic and abdominal organs through massage and corrective stretching. It enhances function by relieving physical, emotional, and energetic congestion.
It is great therapy for constipation, digestive disorders, fertility and other reproductive health challenges.
What is ATMAT?
The Arvigo technique of Maya Abdominal Therapy® is rooted in ancient healing practices of the Mayans and passed down to us through a Belizean traditional healer, Don Elijio Panti, as recorded by Dr. Rosita Arvigo. It blends science with ancient tradition to support the body’s innate healing capabilities. The technique addresses the positions of pelvic and abdominal organs, improving function by releasing physical, emotional, and energetic congestion.
This treatment is especially powerful for anyone who’s been dismissed, or simply wants a more intuitive approach to healing.
How is it performed?
It is a gentle massage that is performed on the abdomen and back in a slow and intentional manner. Hands-on techniques applied to the pelvis, back, hips, and sacral area correct imbalances. This helps guide internal digestive and reproductive organs into their proper alignment. It also aids in softening deep tissue, releasing fascia, and relieving tension in the diaphragm and muscular structure.
How is it effective?
The therapy is beneficial for men, women, and children. It improves blood and lymph flow in the abdomen and the organs essential for digestion, assimilation, elimination, and reproduction. It addresses adhesions and the positioning of the sacrum, pelvis, and abdominal region.
How this therapy can help
Digestive conditions
For those experiencing digestive issues
- Relief from chronic constipation
- Ease symptoms of IBS, reflux, or chronic digestive tension
- Gastro Esophageal Reflux (GERD) or Acid Reflux
- Restricted breathing due to tension
- Gastritis
- Crohn’s Disease
Women’s health conditions
This can help women experiencing
- Support for fertility, miscarriage recovery, and postpartum healing
- Displaced, tilted, prolapsed uterus or displacement of organs post hysterectomy
- Incontinence
- Unbalanced menstrual cycles, cramping, or clotting
- Endometriosis, uterine fibroids, ovarian cysts
- Menopause and Perimenopause symptoms
- PMS/PMDD
- Difficult pregnancy, aids in labor/delivery and post partem recovery
Men’s Health Condition
This can help men experiencing
- Mild Prostatitis (Frequent, Painful or Difficult Urination)
- Prostate swelling
- Erectile Dysfunction (Depending on Cause)
*It is not recommended five days prior to or during menses. Modifications can be made if your appointment happens to fall during this time.
Why It Works
Your belly is more than muscles and organs, it holds emotion, memory, and energy.
The Arvigo Techniques® work by gently repositioning the uterus and other abdominal organs, restoring natural flow of blood, lymph, nerve, and energy. This increased circulation brings oxygen, nutrients, and hormonal balance back into the area so your body can repair itself as it was designed to do.
It also relieves physical and emotional tension stored deep in the tissues, softening the belly and supporting a powerful mind-body reconnection.
What to Expect in Your Treatment
It is a gentle massage that is performed on the abdomen and back in a slow and intentional manner. Hands-on work to the pelvis, back, hips and sacral area correct imbalances. This helps guide internal digestive and reproductive organs into their proper alignment. This also aids in softening deep tissue, releasing fascia, tension in the diaphragm and muscular structure.
- A review of your personal health goals and history
- Abdominal/back massage with focused corrections for alignment of reproductive and digestive organs.
- Castor oil pack treatment (at intake appt)
- Keep you aligned at home (at follow up appointment)
- Supporting modalities, such as: Lifestyle, herbal and supplement recommendations, Such as: Castor Oil Packs, Faja (Organ Support Wrap), Bajos ( Vaginal Steaming), Colon Hydrotherapy, Energy Healing.
*It is not recommended 5 days prior to/during menses. Modifications can be made if your appointment happens to fall during this time.
You’re in the safest hands
Sterile, Spotless, and Private
Your safety is our priority. Every room is immaculately cleaned, for your peace of mind.
Certified, Experienced, & Trauma-Informed
Our practitioners are qualified experts in their specialized areas, blending professional training with a deeply intuitive, compassionate approach. You’re in skilled hands every step of the way.
We Listen
You know your body best. We’re here to hear you, not dismiss you. Every session starts with real conversation so that we can listen to your concerns and offer the best possible outcome for you and your needs.
Comfortable and Judgment-Free
This isn’t a rushed appointment. It’s an experience built around your needs. From personalized essential oils to our calming technique, every step is designed to help you relax, release, and feel supported.
Frequently Asked Questions
Contraidications
Maya Abdominal Massage is not recommended under certain conditions including:
• IUD in place
• Post Abdominal Surgery (Please wait 6-8 weeks with clearance from your surgeon)
• Active Infection
• Cancer of the Abdomen or undergoing active Chemotherapy
• During the first trimester of pregnancy or if you could be expecting
• Hiatal Hernia (modifications can be made)
• When you are injecting hormones in preparation for an IUI, egg retrieval or embryo transfer
If you are unsure whether this technique is right for you, fill out our contact form and we will be in touch.
Who is qualified to perform this therapy?
Melissa is a certified practitioner of the Arvigo techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy® and has completed two levels of training through Tul’ix Indigenous Arts, previously known as the Arvigo Institute.
How quickly does this therapy work?
Depending on the severity of the issue, recommendations will vary. A thorough evaluation will be conducted at the intake appointment, and recommendations will be made accordingly. Typically, it takes a minimum of three sessions, but clients often report feeling better after just one session.
Is this therapy right for me?
We are all unique. Even if you do not experience any of the conditions listed, many people seek this treatment for alignment and relaxation. If you have any further questions, please fill out our contact form to request a free 10-minute consultation.
Still have questions? Send us a message
About Melissa
After a lifetime of chronic pain and numerous diagnoses, she came across a group of women who had regained their health after having their breast implants removed. She went forward with an En Bloc Capsulectomy explant surgery while ill from toxins leaking inside her body. Post-surgery, she contracted a MRSA infection, and during one of her many hospital stays, she caught Covid. For eight months, she was unable to eat solid food, had debilitating pain, and used a walker for assistance. She was having anaphylactic reactions caused by mast cell activation, which is prevalent with long-haul Covid, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, and systemic inflammation.
Her long recovery was also caused by her compromised immune system due to Small Intestinal Bacteria Overgrowth (SIBO) from long-term use of antibiotics prescribed by doctors that destroyed her gut. She was feeling unheard by doctors who had tried and failed to help her, she turned to Colon Hydrotherapy and Detox to support her body. It was the missing link to regaining her health, and so her journey began to help those like her.
She’s grateful for the knowledge she’s obtained throughout her search for recovery and feels humbled to be able to apply it to help others. Today, she’s a resource for information on breast implant illness and detoxification.
Melissa’s Credentials
- Certified through I-Act by the National Board of Colon Hydrotherapy (NBCHT)
- Certified in The Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy®
- Certified in Applied Microscope & Nutrition Technology