Contraindications

Contraindications

• For your safety, please inform your practitioner if you have any of the following conditions prior to your session.

• Do Not Perform Treatment

• If you have any of the following conditions, treatment will not be performed:

• Pregnancy or trying to become pregnant

• Recent major surgery or serious injury

• Any medical implants within the last 9 months (e.g. joint replacements, pacemaker, breast implants, rods, screws, IUD, stents)

• Open wounds, infections, or contagious skin conditions

• Recent blood clots or vascular conditions (e.g. DVT, thrombosis, aneurysm)

• Severe varicose veins

• Use of blood-thinning medications (e.g. Warfarin, Aspirin)

• Advanced osteoporosis or fragile bones

• Fractures, unhealed injuries, or structural bone conditions

• Cancer in metastatic or advanced stages

• Uncontrolled high or low blood pressure

• Serious or untreated heart conditions

• Fever, infection, or flu symptoms

• Recent injections within 72 hours or recent eye procedures

Medical Clearance Required

• If you have any of the following conditions, a doctor’s approval is required before treatment:

• History of blood clots or cardiovascular conditions

• Cancer under treatment or in recovery

• Major surgery within the past 3–12 months

• Diagnosed bone conditions (e.g. osteoporosis or degenerative bone disease)

• Neurological disorders affecting sensation or movement

• Any chronic condition currently under medical supervision or treatment

Use Caution / Modify Treatment

• If you have any of the following conditions, treatment may be adjusted or you may be referred to an appropriate professional:

• Diabetes

• Low platelet count or easy bruising

• Spinal conditions (e.g. scoliosis, disc issues, sciatica)

• History of spinal surgery or fusion

• Autoimmune conditions (e.g. lupus, rheumatoid arthritis)

• Inflammatory conditions (e.g. arthritis, fibromyalgia)

• Liver or kidney conditions

• Use of blood pressure medication (may cause dizziniss)

• Recent minor bruising or healed injuries

• History of fainting or sensitivity to heat

Important Notes

• This service is for general relaxation and bodywork purposes only and is not a medical treatment.

• We do not provide medical diagnosis or medical care.

• If your condition involves medical risk or uncertainty, please consult your doctor before booking a session.

DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE TECHNIQUES SHOULD NOT BE DONE ON THE FOLLOWING: