General indications/contra-indications

Question 1

Indications

Answer 1

Reasons or conditions for which a particular treatment, medication, or procedure is recommended or prescribed.

Question 2

Indications examples

Answer 2

Acute injuries
Mobilize restricted joint(s)
* Muscle hyperactivity
* Myofascial restrictions, muscle imbalance
* Movement restriction due to muscle tightness
* Normalize abnormal neuromuscular relationships
* Improve local circulation and respiratory function

Question 3

Contra-indications

Answer 3

Conditions or factors that make a particular treatment, medication, or procedure unsuitable or dangerous for a particular individual.

Question 4

Contra-indications examples

Answer 4

Fracture
Severe Sprain
Severe Strain
Open wounds
Cancer
Metabolic bone or other disease eg. osteoporosis