EXTRA INFO : CONTRA-INDICATIONS

CONTRA-INDICATIONS pg1/2

This section provides general information only. The most common conditions where osteopathy or massage should not be performed, or used with caution, are listed:

• Over areas that are infected, inflamed or painful.

• Over any lumps / bumps (i.e. if the lump is cancerous, massage could spread it). Those diagnosed with cancer should not receive massage, except where full medical approval has been given

• Contagious / infectious skin conditions.

• Abdominal massage during pregnancy (particularly first 3 months) or first few days of menstruation.

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