Contradictions to massage

Question 1

What is a contraindication?

Answer 1

Situation which precludes the use of sports massage as it could worsen the clients condition

Question 2

Local

Answer 2

Local area of the client’s body that should not be massaged under any circumstances:
- Musculoskeletal injuries (fractures/sprains)
- Cardiovascular/circulatory problems (varicose veins)

Question 3

Precautionary

Answer 3

May proceed with treatment but need to modify techniques in light of the client’s condition:
- Cardiovascular conditions (hypotension)
- Immune system disorders (AIDS)
- Pregnancy (2nd/3rd trimester)
- Endocrine system (diabetes)
- Muscular system
- Skeletal system diseases
- Disorders of nervous system
- Skin conditions (eczema)

Question 4

Complete/Absolute

Answer 4

Situation where no massage is appropriate:
- Cardiovascular/circulatory problems (heart attack)
- Contagious diseases (ringworm)
- Virus (measles)
- Pregnancy (1st trimester)
- Fever
- Kidney/liver conditions

Question 5

GP Referrals

Answer 5

Consult and gain authority from client’s GP
- Cancer
- High blood pressure
- Disorder of nerve system (stroke)
- Cauda equina
- Parkinson’s
- Multiple sclerosis
- Cerebral palsy
- Epilepsy
- Motor neuron disease