lesson 4

Question 1

High/ Low Blood Pressure

Answer 1

High/ Low Blood Pressure – Massage can higher blood pressure, but it can also lower blood pressure. If not medicated and controlled then shouldn’t massage. GP approval.
Trigger point and sports massage has been found to increase BP (considered linked to painful massage)
Low blood pressure – be aware of feinting. If unsure can always test that patients blood pressure in clinic prior to treatment to ensure.

Question 2

What effect can massage have on blood pressure?

Answer 2

Massage can both increase and lower blood pressure

It is important to note that if blood pressure is not medicated and controlled, massage should not be performed without GP approval.

Question 3

What type of massage is linked to an increase in blood pressure?

Answer 3

Trigger point and sports massage

This increase is considered linked to the painful nature of the massage.

Question 4

What should be monitored in patients with low blood pressure before treatment?

Answer 4

Feinting

It is advisable to test the patient’s blood pressure in clinic prior to treatment if unsure.

Question 5

What is necessary before performing a massage on a patient with uncontrolled blood pressure?

Answer 5

GP approval

This is crucial to ensure patient safety.

Question 6

True or False: Massage should be performed on patients with uncontrolled high blood pressure.

Answer 6

False

Massage is not recommended without GP approval in such cases.