Massage treatments are generally considered a safe treatment for many people, however there are three types of contraindications:

• Total – Massage should not be carried out at all.
• Local – Massage can be performed but not over the contraindicated areas.
• Medical – Permission in writing must be given from you GP or other medical practitioner.

Total Contraindications

Massage will not be given if you have any of these conditions:

• Cold/Cough/Flu symptoms no matter how mild it may be
• Fever
• Skin diseases
• Recent operations or acute injuries
• Contagious/infectious diseases
• Under the influence of drugs, alcohol, prescription pain medication
• Neuritis

Local Contraindications

A massage can be carried out but not in the areas affected by:

• Varicose veins
• Pregnancy
• Cuts
• Abrasions
• Sunburn
• Undiagnosed lumps or bumps
• Undiagnosed pain
• Inflammation, including arthritis

Medical Contraindications

If you suffer from any of the following conditions, approval in writing must be given by your GP or other medical practitioner:

• Oedema
• Cardio vascular conditions (heart conditions, phlebitis, hypertension, thrombosis)
• Psoriasis or Eczema
• Any condition already being treated by a medical practitioner
• High blood pressure
• Osteoporosis
• Cancer
• Epilepsy
• Heart problems, angina, pacemakers
• Diabetes
• Bell’s palsy, trapped or pinched nerves
• Gynecological infections
• Nervous & Psychotic conditions
• Rheumatism, Acute Arthritis
• Kidney infections
• Bronchitis
• Asthma