
Cathy Morris
Pre-Massage Questions
Updated: Oct 6, 2021

What is a Massage Contraindication?
Contraindication definition is - something (such as a symptom or condition) that makes a particular treatment or procedure inadvisable.
Massage treatment is non-invasive, relaxing and beneficial. There are, however, three types of contraindications to massage.
Prior to your first treatment, you will complete a consultation form. If you have booked a treatment and have any of the contraindications listed below, please get in touch before your treatment.
Contraindications where treatment may need to be restricted
Cases in which treatment should not go ahead at all
Medical Contraindications
Medical contraindications that may require written medical permission from your Doctor prior to treatment (in cases where medical permission cannot be obtained, clients must give informed consent in writing prior to treatment). If you have any of the below, please get in touch to discuss before you come for your treatment:
Cardiovascular conditions (Thrombosis, Phlebitis, untreated hypertension, heart conditions)
Haemophilia
Medical oedema
Osteoporosis
Arthritis
Nervous/Psychotic conditions
Epilepsy
Recent operations
Diabetes
Asthma
Nervous system problems (Sclerosis, Parkinson's, Motor Neurone)
Allergies
Bells Palsy
Inflamed/trapped/pinched nerve
Cancer
Spastic conditions
Kidney infections
Hormonal implants
Acute rheumatism
Undiagnosed pain
Whiplash
Slipped disc
Cervical spondylitis
Pregnancy
On prescription medication
Any condition already being treated by a GP/another complementary practitioner
Contraindications that may restrict treatment
On the day you have booked your message, the following conditions may restrict your treatment. Please let me know on arrival if any of the below relate to you on the day:
Varicose veins
Localised swelling
Inflammation
Abdomen (1st few days of menstruation)
Breastfeeding
Pregnancy (abdomen)
Abrasions
Scar tissue
Sunburn
Cuts
Haematoma/severe bruising
Recent fractures
Gastric ulcers
Hernia
Just eaten a heavy meal
Hypersensitive skin
Bruises
Conditions affecting the neck
Total Contraindications
If you have any of the conditions listed below, please defer your treatment to a later date:
Coronavirus / have been in contact recently with someone you think might have been infected / you have any symptoms yourself
Skin diseases
Infection diseases (eg flu or colds - no matter how mild)
Fever
Recent operations
Acute injuries
Neuritis
Under the influence of drugs or alcohol
Diarrhoea/vomiting
Undiagnosed lumps or bumps
Get in touch if you'd like to book a treatment:
www.camaromatherapy.co.uk/book
0743 437 4035
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