What are contraindications for Bodywork?
Contraindications, or reasons to not receive bodywork, can be of three types:

• General: No Bodywork should be performed at all.

• Local: Bodywork avoids specific areas of the body.

• Medical: Requires written permission from a Licensed Physician

It is very important to be aware of and respect contraindications for Bodywork in order to protect your health and well-being.

General Contraindications
When you exhibit any of these conditions, please do not seek Bodywork:

• Any infectious condition (including common cold and fever)

• Severe physical distress

• Under the influence of alcohol or drugs - Painkillers, Muscle Relaxants and Blood Thinners may contraindicate Bodywork

Local Contraindications
Bodywork may be performed provided that the local area of contraindication is avoided.

• Acute or chronic inflammation (including Edema)

• Recent surgery or physical injury

• Skin conditions

• Varicose Veins

• Bruising

Medical Contraindications
If you exhibit any of these conditions please obtain written permission from your physician before seeking Bodywork.

• Cancer

• Cardiovascular disease

• Diabetes

• Epilepsy

• High blood pressure

Only licensed physicians may diagnose patients with conditions