Massage Contraindications

If there is a ( * ) Please consult with a physician first. If NOT approved by a physician, you will not be able to receive a massage.

Contagious Skin Disorders

• Boils

• Fungal infections

• Impetigo

• Lice and Mites

• Warts

Non-Contagious Inflammatory Skin Disorders

• Acne vulgaris

• Dermatitis

• Hives

• Inflamed Psoriasis*

Neoplastic Skin Disorders

• Skin Cancer

Skin Injuries

• Burns

• Decubitus Ulcer

• Open wounds or sores

• Recent scar tissue

Blood Disorders

• Anemia*

• Embolism/Thrombus

• Severe hemophilia

• Hematoma

• Leukemia*

• Thrombophlebitis/ deep vein thrombosis*

Vascular Disorders

• Acute Aneurysm*

• Advanced atherosclerosis

• Hypertension (High blood pressure) *

• Rynaud’s Syndrome*

• Severe varicose veins

• Any type of vascular surgery*

Heart Conditions

• History of heart attack*

• History of heart failure*

• Any type of heart surgery*

Muscular Disorders/Injuries

• Severe spasms/cramps*

• Strains/sprains*

• Plantar Fascitis*

• Tendonitis*

• Whiplash*

• Torticollis

• Temporomandibular (TMJ)*

• Any type of muscular surgery*

Bone Disorders/Fractures & Autoimmune Disorders

• Acute Osteoarthritis*

• Rheumatoid arthritis*

• Spondylosis*

• Osteoporosis *

• Joint replacement/surgery*

• Severe or chronic chiropractic conditions*

• Any type of bone surgery*

(Massage is also contraindicated in cases of decreased sensation or hyperesthesia.)