CONTRAINDICATIONS
Unfortunately not all treatments are for everyone. Please check our contraindications list to make sure you avoid disappointment. When you have any of these conditions, please do not book a massage:
Fever
Contagious diseases, including any cold or flu, no matter how mild it may seem
Under the influence of drugs or alcohol-including prescription pain medication
Recent operations or acute injuries
Neuritis
Skin diseases
The therapist can massage but not over any areas affected by:
Varicose veins
Undiagnosed lumps or bumps
Pregnancy (1st Trimester and thereafter without a midwife or GP consent)
Bruising
Cuts
Abrasions
Sunburn
Undiagnosed pain
Inflammation, including arthritis
The therapist would need a medical note from your GP to massage if you have any of the below conditions:
Cardio-vascular conditions (thrombosis, phlebitis, hypertension, heart conditions)
Oedema
High blood pressure
Osteoporosis
Cancer
Nervous or psychotic conditions
Heart problems, angina, those with pacemakers
Epilepsy
Diabetes
Bell’s palsy, trapped or pinched nerves
Gynecological infections
AFTERCARE ADVICE
The following advice should be taken following a massage:
Avoid alcohol for at least 24 hours, as massage is a detoxifying treatment
Drink plenty of water to assist in the elimination of toxins from the body
Eat a light diet to assist the detoxification and healing process
Get plenty of rest. You may feel tired after treatment
Gentle exercise – postural exercises can help with muscle tension as well as exercises that will assist with mobility. Yoga is a suitable and gentle option.
Do breathing exercises to assist with taking in oxygen to your fullest capacity
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