*These are for future reference to any problems you might have in deciding if you should give a client a massage.
*If you have any doubts, please ask for medical clearance from their doctor, it is better to be safe than sorry.
I = Indicated C = Contraindicated LC = Locally Contraindicated A = Acute SA = Sub Acute
| A-B | C | D-E | F-G | H | I-K | L-M | N-P | Q-S | T-W |
Decubitus Ulcers - I for no open areas, LC for open and I around area / Impaired circulation of the skin
Dermatitis (Eczema) - LC for inflamed or open areas, I for dry areas / inflammation of the skin
Diabetes Mellitus - I as long as they have sensation / blood sugar problems
Diarrhea - LC, C for infection / frequent passing of loose stools
Dislocations - LC for A and I for SA / bone is separated from its original place
Diverticulosis (Diverticulitis) - deep pressure is LC and C if there is an active infection / inflammation of little pouches in the colon
Dorsiflexor Weakness - I / foot slaps down when walking, weakness in the dorsiflexor muscles
Dupuytren’s Contracture - I as long as sensation is present / thickening of fascia on the palm of the hand, flexion deformity
Dysmenorrhea - LC / menstrual pain, during or after menstruation
Edema - C for more severe and I for SA soft tissue injuries / retention of fluid, mostly in the geriatric people
Embolism (Thrombus) - C / clots of blood that travels in the circulatory system, mostly Geriatric population, Can cause a stroke
Encephalitis - C for A and I for SA / viral infection, Inflammation of the brain
Endometriosis - LC / cells swell and discharge during menstrual cycle
Epilepsy - I, but C during a seizure / Neurological damage, uncontrolled movements in the body
Erb’s Palsy - I / arm may be internally rotated and adducted
Erysipelas - C until infection has passed/ infection that kills skin cells, face or lower legs.
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