Contraindications to treatment;

 

If you have any of these conditions, 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

• Bruising

• Cuts

• Abrasions

• Sunburn

• Undiagnosed pain

• Inflammation, including arthritis

 

If you suffer from any of the following conditions, massage can only take place once it has been approved before your session in writing by your Physician.

• Cardio-vascular conditions (thrombosis, phlebitis, hypertension, heart conditions)

• Any condition already being treated by a medical practitioner

• Oedema

• Psoriasis or eczema

• High blood pressure

• Osteoporosis

• Cancer

• Nervous or psychotic conditions

• Heart problems, angina, those with pacemakers

• Epilepsy

• Diabetes

• Bell’s palsy, trapped or pinched nerves

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Does a contraindication mean that treatment cannot take place?

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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 physician

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Late/Cancellation Policy

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• If cancelling/rescheduling please give a minimum of 48hrs notice. 

• Please arrive to your appointment at the scheduled time, normally I am booked back to back meaning I will be with a client before your appointment, so I will not be able to take you before your scheduled time.

• Grace period for arriving late is a maximum of 15 minutes. It is essential to let me know that you’re running late as soon as possible.