Contra-Indications
When massage may not be suitable please seek your doctors advice:
Massage is not suitable for everyone there are certain medical conditions or illnesses that makes massage not suitable or even dangerous.
If you have any of the following conditions please talk to your doctor/consultant first before booking a massage.
This does not necessarily mean that you cannot receive a massage, it just means there may be some restrictions on treatment.
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Total Contra-indications
When you have any of these conditions, please do not book a massage:
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Fever
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Contagious diseases, including any cold or flu, no matter how mild it may seem
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Under the influence of drugs or alcohol-including prescription pain medication
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Recent operations or acute injuries
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Neuritis
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Skin diseases
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Covid 19 symptoms or positive test result
Local Contra-indications
The therapist can massage but not over any areas affected by:
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Varicose veins
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Undiagnosed lumps or bumps
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Pregnancy
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Bruising
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Cuts
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Abrasions
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Sunburn
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Undiagnosed pain
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Inflammation, including arthritis
Medical Contra-indications
If you suffer from any of the following conditions, massage can only take place once it has been approved before your session by your Doctor or medical professional.
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Cardio-vascular conditions (thrombosis, phlebitis, hypertension, heart conditions)
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Any condition already being treated by a medical practitioner
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Oedema
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Psoriasis or eczema
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High blood pressure
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Osteoporosis
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Cancer
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Nervous or psychotic conditions
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Heart problems, angina, those with pacemakers
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Epilepsy
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Diabetes
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Bell’s palsy, trapped or pinched nerves
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Gynecological infections
Does a contra-indication mean that treatment cannot take place?
Not always. In fact, massage can be very therapeutic for many medical conditions. However, in the above cases it is best to have advice from your Doctor.
As a Massage therapists, I am not allowed under law to diagnose a condition.
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