An online course for relieving constipation!
Learn abdominal massage from an abdominal massage therapy expert! This constipation course goes beyond general massage for constipation. You will learn specific massage techniques for each area of your colon as well as small intestine massage. You will also learn about nutrition, herbal remedies, exercises, and other ways to relieve constipation, gas, and bloating.
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This course is for you if you have:
constipation
dry hard to pass stools
gas & bloating
incomplete bowel movements
back pain from constipation
back pain from constipation
sluggish bowels
hemorrhoids
What you will learn in this course:
causes of constipation
self-massage for small & large intestines
herbal remedies for treating constipation
foods to lubricate the intestines & promote BMs
supplements for treating constipation
breath work & exercises for better B.M.’s
home remedies for constipation
list of clinical testing
If you have constipation related to SIBO, thyroid disorder, or other medical condition you should also work with a physician or functional medicine practitioner specializing in gut health. The massage and movement techniques in this course will compliment other treatments by improving intestinal circulation, tone, and motility.
Constipation Can Cause:
moodiness
bloating
gas pain
brain fog
hormonal imbalance
hemorrhoids
interference of routine
back pain
Course Modules
Module 1: Exploring 27 causes of Constipation
Did you know that there are dozens of causes of constipation? In this module, I’ll cover at least 27 causes, as well as 10 types of constipation & recommended clinical testing to figure out the root cause of your constipation.
Module 2: Phases of Digestion
In this module, you will learn about the different phases of digestion and how to enhance those phases to relieve constipation and more. This is important because no one area of the body works in isolation! Your bowel movements can be affected by what’s going on in your brain, stomach, liver, stress, chewing, and how you move!
Module 3: Diet, Herbal Remedies, Vagal Nerve Exercises & More!
In this module, we go beyond the typical “just eat more fiber” recommendation. We will cover hydration, lubricating foods, herbal remedies, vagal nerve exercises, fermented foods, and lifestyle/movement changes to relieve constipation.
Module 4: Abdominal Massage
In this module, you’ll learn self-abdominal massage techniques to increase bowel transport time, reduce bloating, and relieve constipation! These techniques are inspired by over two decades of working with thousands of bellies. You will learn specific techniques for the small intestine, sigmoid, cecum, ascending, descending, splenic, and hepatic flexure of the colon. Learn abdominal massage for constipation.
Module 5: Exercises to get the bowels moving
In this module, you’ll learn how to use your breath and body to enhance colon motility, relieve constipation, reduce gas and bloating, and improve pelvic floor function.
Module 6: Castor Oil Packs
In this module, you’ll learn all about castor oil packs and how to do them in a hassle-free way to aid in constipation relief, and bowel and liver health. This is a wonderful supportive remedy to accompany abdominal massage for constipation.
50% off Today! $58 $29
Meet the Instructor
I’ve massaged thousands of bellies over the last 26 years, and I can honestly say each one is uniquely beautiful and has a story to tell.
I have a heartfelt enthusiasm for teaching people how to care for their reproductive and digestive organs, abdomens, and pelvic floors. What lights me up is seeing people connect with the inner beauty and wisdom of their bodies through these abdominal massage trainings.
Learn More About Barbara's education & experience
Over 26 years of experience & training in the healing arts.
- NCBTMB Approved CE Provider
- Studied & certified directly with Dr. Rosita Arvigo in the Arvigo Techniques of Maya Abdominal Therapy®.
- Was a teacher for the Arvigo Institute for seven years teaching self-care uterine massage.
- Studied and certified with Master Mantak Chia in Chi Nei Tsang (Chinese Abdominal Therapy).
- Completed Nutritious Movement™ Restorative Exercise Specialist program with biomechanist Katy Bowman.
- Wise Earth Ayurveda manual therapies for women’s health
- Craniosacral Therapy 1-Upledger Institute
- Functional Methods (low force Osteopathic techniques)
- Facilitator in metapsychology in trauma relief
- Anatomy of the Abdomen and Pelvis; from basics to clinic (Coursera) by Universiteit Leiden & Leiden University and Medical Center
- Holistic Nutrition Lab-Digestive Intensive Graduate
- Understanding the Gut Brain through the Institute for Brain Potential
- Certified Women’s Herbal Educator by Dr. Aviva Romm, MD
- Certified IWHI Perimenopause & Menopause Certificate Program Graduate
- Visceral Manipulation™ -Barral Institute
VM1-Abdomen, Liver, Stomach & Intestines
VM2- Spleen, Kidneys
VM3- Pelvic Organs
VM4- Thorax
VM5- Manual Thermal Evaluation
VM6-Visceral Emotional Relationships
L1- Osteopathic manual evaluation techniques
Visceral Lymphatic Balancing
FAQs
Will this course address how to heal SIBO or other underlying medical condition?
This course doesn’t address how to heal SIBO or other underlying medical diagnosis. You should also work with a physician or functional medicine practitioner to heal SIBO, Thyroid disorder, or other medical condition that may be contributing to your constipation. The massage and movement techniques in this course will compliment other protocols by improving intestinal circulation, tone, and motility.
Are these the same massage techniques in the Womb Care and Free the Belly courses?
The course is currently 2.5 hours of video and an exercise ebook. 40 minutes of the video lesson is from the FTB course (those videos include castor oil packs, bolstering, contraindications for belly massage, belly release exercise and circumference breathing videos).
The colon massage videos, and lectures on types, testing, diet, supplements, and herbal remedies are original to the Make Shift Happen course.
How long will it take to complete the course?
The course is self-paced, meaning you can take your time and work through the course in a timeframe that works best for you and your body.
Is there anyone who shouldn't take this course?
Manual therapy in this course may not be suitable for everyone. This is especially true during flare-ups or if certain conditions are present.
Self-abdominal therapy or massage is not be suitable in certain situations. These include, but are not limited to, the following:
- After surgery, while the abdomen is still healing. Always get permission from your doctor before starting abdominal massage.
- If you have open abdominal wounds.
- During acute diverticulitis.
- During flare-ups of Crohn’s disease.
- During acute colitis.
This course is not intended for pregnancy. You shouldn’t do self-massage directly over mesh implants, IUDs, or other implants, sutures, or intentional surgical organ suspensions. If you are unsure if abdominal therapy is right for you, please consult your doctor. They can tell you if abdominal massage is safe for your condition.
Can I take this course while pregnant?
This course is not designed for pregnancy. There are just too many subjective variables that come into play to learn the techniques via an online course.
What if you change or add more content?
By registering today, you will receive lifetime access to this course. Which means as long as this course is available, you will have access to the content and all upgrades.
How many hours of video instruction in in the Make Shift Happen Course?
There are 2.5 hours of video instruction, one exercise ebook, and a vagal nerve stimulation PDF.
In addition to the Make Shift Happen, Constipation Course
Barbara Horsley also teaches the following courses:
Free The Belly, Abdominal Scar Course
Abdominal Massage for Massage Therapists Mini Course
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