RELAXING THERAPIES - MEDICAL CRITERIA TO BE CONSIDERED PRIOR TO TREATMENT
Contraindications Requiring Medical Permission
In circumstances where medical permission cannot be obtained from a GP, clients must provide their informed consent in writing, prior to treatment.
• Pregnancy
• Cardiovascular conditions (thrombosis, phlebitis, hypertension, hypotension, heart conditions)
• Haemophilia
• Any condition already being treated by a GP or another complementary practitioner
• Medical oedema
• Osteoporosis
• Arthritis
• Nervous/psychotic conditions
• Epilepsy
• Diabetes
• Asthma
• Any dysfunction of the nervous system (Multiple Sclerosis, Parkinson’s Disease, Motor Neurone Disease)
• Bell’s Palsy
• Trapped/pinched nerve (e.g. Sciatica)
• Inflamed nerve
• Cancer
• Kidney infections
• Whiplash
• Slipped disc
• When taking prescribed medication
• Acute rheumatism
• Undiagnosed pain
Contraindications That Restrict Treatment
• Fever
• Contagious or infectious diseases
• Under the influence of recreational drugs or alcohol
• Diarrhoea and vomiting
• Pregnancy
• Skin diseases
• Localised swelling
• Inflammation
• Varicose veins
• Cuts
• Bruises
• Abrasions
• Scar tissue (2 years for major operation and 6 months for a small scar)
• Sunburn
• Hormonal Implants
• Haematoma
• Recent Fractures (minimum 3 months)
• Conditions/disorders of feet/hands
• Menstruation
• Disorders/conditions of hands/feet/nails