06/16/2025
Hi Friends,
When coming to me for massage, as a new client the first thing you will do is fill out a health form with me and discuss any ongoing issues you may be having and what I am able to address. Sometimes there are contraindications for massage that are not common knowledge and I either cannot massage you at all, or cannot give the massage you were hoping for. The most common ones I have encountered are;
Uncontrolled blood pressure- if you have UNCONTROLLED blood pressure, I will not be able to give you a massage until the blood pressure is stable. This is to keep you safe and limit extra strain on your cardiovascular system. Again, this is just uncontrolled, if you are managing your numbers, we are okay. ☺️
Pregnancy- I personally will not give prenatal massage to anyone under 12 weeks gestation. Please, please tell me if you are newly pregnant when coming to me for a massage. I will not give prenatal massage to anyone who has a “complicated” or high risk pregnancy or a history of late term miscarriage. I want you and your baby to be safe. 🤰🏼
Steroid use- If you have recently had a steroid injection I cannot massage you for at least two weeks. If you are taking oral steroids it is recommended to wait 24-48 hours after your last dose to receive massage. Steroids can weaken muscle tissue and cause easy bruising and thinning skin. I do not want to do more damage to a muscle under repair !💉💊
These are just a few of the most common things I personally run into. There are many contraindications but also many more indications for massage. Please mention any health issues you are suffering from when coming to me and we can figure out what will work best for you. There are many ways to modify a massage to fit your needs. ☺️ if you have any questions or are unsure you should receive a massage you can always call or message ahead of your appointment time. 🫶🏻
