*If you are under a doctor's care for any health related conditions and taking medications, it is strongly advised that you receive a written recommendation for massage or bodywork prior to any session. Depending on the condition, approval from your doctor may be required.

 

Total Contraindications
If you have any of the following conditions, please do not book a massage:

Fever

Contagious diseases, positive Covid-19 test or symptoms, including any cold or flu, no matter how mild it may seem

Under the influence of drugs or alcohol-including prescription pain medication

Recent operations or acute injuries (surgeries, car accident, broken bones etc.)

Blood clots

Neuritis

Contagious skin diseases

 

Local Contraindications
The therapist can perform massage, but not over any areas affected by:

Varicose veins

Undiagnosed lumps or bumps

Bruising

Cuts

Abrasions

Sunburn

Undiagnosed pain

Inflammation

Warts

 

It is best to obtain advice from your physician if you suffer from:

Kidney or liver conditions

Cardio-vascular conditions (chest pain, phlebitis, pacemaker, heart conditions etc.)

Oedema

Uncontrolled high blood pressure

Osteoporosis

Cancer

Epilepsy

Uncontrolled diabetes

 

Please make prenatal appointments after 13 weeks (2nd trimester)

Prenatal massage contraindications:

Please do not book an appointment if you have a high risk pregnancy, or any of the following conditions.

Placenta abrupta

Placenta previa

Active migraine

Severe abdominal or back pain

Recent spike in blood pressure, or uncontrolled pre-eclampsia 

Bleeding or staining

Pelvic or abdominal pain or cramping

Severe nausea or vomiting 

Ectopic pregnancy

Pitting edema

Severe swelling

Experiencing preterm labor 

Lack of fetal movement for 8-10 hours

Uncontrolled gestational diabetes

Abnormal fetal heartbeat or concern about fetal size or weight