Body massage - contra-indications

Question 1

Which contra-indications prevent treatment?

Answer 1

Deep vein thrombosis - Could cause blood clot to travel
Receiving treatment for cancer - as can stimulate cancerous cells
Contagious skin conditions - Impetigo
Tina
Scabies

Question 2

How would recent scar tissue impact massage?

Answer 2

Scar tissue less than 6 months old. Should be avoided. Don’t massage that area as wound could reopen

Question 3

How would product allergies impact the massage?

Answer 3

Note on record card. Use different massage medium

Question 4

How would recent fractures or sprains impact the massage?

Answer 4

Adapt to avoid the area.

Question 5

How would undiagnosed lumps or swelling impact the massage?

Answer 5

Area should be avoided

Question 6

How would pregnancy impact massage?

Answer 6

Don’t touch stomach. They should lie on their stomach do their back in a seated position.

Question 7

How would skin disorders impact massage?

Answer 7

Avoid areas where there is eczema, psoriasis or dermatitus to prevent irritation.

Question 8

How would varicose veins impact massage?

Answer 8

Avoid the area.

Question 9

Menstruation - impact on massage?

Answer 9

avoid abdomen.

Question 10

If client has history of thrombosis or embolism how would this impact the treatment?

Answer 10

Strokes on extremities should be towards the heart. Doctors note.

Question 11

If client has heart disease can they have a massage?

Answer 11

Doctors note.

Question 12

If client has high or low blood pressure can they have a massage?

Answer 12

Elevate couch slightly - review regularly

Question 13

Can a diabetic have a massage?

Answer 13

They should stay hydrated and eat prior to treatment.

Question 14

What if client is epileptic?

Answer 14

Avoid certain essential oils