Special Conditions Flashcards
1
Q
Pregnancy
A
Not advises during 1st trimester
After 1st don’t lie on front and not abdomen area
Lay onside to decrease lower back pressure
2
Q
Melanomas
A
Tumours - no history of trauma
Progressive worsening
Any lumps of oF Unknown origin
Always refer
3
Q
Haemophilia
A
Blood clotting disorder
No deep pressure if at all
4
Q
Diabetes
A
Under caution rather than contraindications
5
Q
Massage caution
A
Elderly
Early stage osteoporosis
Children
Pregnant
Adults with learning difficulties