Therapeutic massage techniques are a non-invasive, relaxing and natural therapy. It is therefore generally considered a safe treatment for most people. However, for some individuals massage is not recommended.  The following restrictions are in place to protect your health and well-being: 

          When you have any of these conditions, please do not book a massage.

• Fever above 101 degrees
• Contagious or infectious diseases, including any cold, sinus cold or flu no matter how mild it may seem.
• Under the influence of drugs or alcohol, including prescription pain medication
• Recent operations, acute injuries or broken bones
• Neuritis
• Skin diseases such as shingles, mumps, measles or chicken pox
• Pregnancy in the first trimester or pregnancy with complications.

         The therapist can massage but not over any areas affected by:

• Varicose veins
• Undiagnosed lumps or bumps
• Pregnancy
• Bruising, cuts, scrapes or abrasions
• Sunburn
• Undiagnosed pain
• Inflammation, including arthritis