Massage is totally contraindicated with the following conditions: - thrombosis
- after alcohol consumption
- for people who have taken recreational drugs
Massage is contraindicated in the acute stage of:
- kidney stones
- gout
- renal failure
Written approval must be sought from the parent/carer before massaging a child under the age of 16.
A full case history will be taken with all new clients but it would be helpful if you could ensure that you alert your practitioner of the following local contraindications:
- cuts and bruises, radiotherapy sites
- if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant
- cystitis (as abdominal massage is contraindicated)
- gout
- oedema
- endometriosis (as deep abdominal massage is contraindicated)
- injection sites
- contagious skin disorders like athlete's foot
- catheters or implants
Medication
Please inform your practitioner if you are taking any medication, e.g. non-steroid anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) like Ibuprofen or Voltarol, or corticosteroids (Cortisone, Becatide, Prednisolone), opiates or narcotic analgesics or muscle relaxants, any mood-altering medications (antidepressants, tranquillisers or anti-psychotic drugs) or other medication, and if you are suffering from any side-effects.
