Visceral Manipulation
Visceral Manipulation in Saskatoon
“Viscera” refers to the body’s internal organs, such as the liver, kidneys, and intestines. Visceral Manipulation (VM) is a gentle, hands-on therapy that works to release restrictions and restore healthy movement within these organs and their surrounding tissues. Rather than focusing only on where pain is felt, VM looks at the body as a whole to find and address the root cause.
During a session, a VM therapist uses subtle touch to sense areas of limited motion or tension, then applies gentle compression, mobilization, and elongation techniques to restore mobility. This helps the body return to its natural state of balance, adaptability, and self-healing. Improvements often develop gradually over the days following treatment, and many people notice meaningful changes within three to five sessions.
Our bodies are intricately connected — bones, muscles, nerves, fascia (a thin layer of connective tissue), and organs all work in harmony, moving with every breath, step, and stretch. Healthy motion among these structures supports essential processes such as circulation, digestion, and even subtle rhythms at the cellular level.
Restrictions in the organs can develop from many sources, including physical injury, surgery, postural imbalances, infections, pregnancy and childbirth, or a sedentary lifestyle. Over time, these restrictions may create tension patterns that affect other parts of the body.
How it can help:
By restoring natural movement within the organs and their surrounding tissues, visceral manipulation can reduce pain, improve mobility, enhance digestion, support healthy circulation, and promote overall vitality — helping you feel more balanced and resilient from the inside out.
Book Visceral Manipulation With:
Marina Dashkova
Andrey Vinogradov
Your therapist will use light touch and gentle movements to feel for areas where your organs or related tissues are restricted. The treatment focuses on releasing those tensions to help restore balance and ease discomfort. The session is typically very relaxing and gentle.
VM may help with abdominal or pelvic discomfort, post-surgical recovery, breathing difficulties, musculoskeletal pain, postural imbalances, and certain types of headaches, among others. Your therapist can discuss whether it’s a good fit for your specific needs.
No, VM is a gentle therapy. You might feel some subtle sensations as restrictions are released, but it shouldn’t be painful.
Everyone is different, but many clients notice improvements within 3 to 5 sessions. Some conditions may require more visits depending on the individual and the issue.
Absolutely. Restrictions in the organs can influence many other systems — including musculoskeletal pain, breathing patterns, circulation, and nervous system balance. VM can be beneficial for a wide range of concerns, not just digestion.
Some clients experience mild soreness or tiredness for a day or two as the body adjusts, similar to after a deep massage. Drinking water, gentle movement, and rest usually help ease any temporary discomfort.
Changes often continue to unfold for several days after a session as your body adjusts and heals.