Where to go

When you arrive, you can park in front of the property on the driveway if it’s free or infront of the tree, and then please make your way down the right side of the house passing the gate and I will meet you at the back entrance and greet you here. Please be aware of not blocking anyones’ driveways, including our home. Thankyou

I may ask you to wait and take a seat just before your scheduled appointment time if you arrive slightly earlier.

Contraindications

Massage Therapy is generally considered to be a safe and effective treatment. However, due to the significant effect it has on the body's systems, people with certain conditions/ illnesses may have an adverse reaction to treatment.

In the interest of health and safety, I will not treat you if you have:

  • A Fever 

  • A Contagious or Infectious Disease 

  • Cancer (Although sometimes in terminal cases, massage therapy can be administered, but only with permission from your doctor) 

I may also refuse to treat you if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol at the time of treatment.

You will need to seek advice from you G.P. before having Massage Therapy treatment if you have any of the following conditions:

  • Cardiovascular Conditions (including hypertension and hypotension) 

  • Medical Oedema 

  • Osteoporosis 

  • Arthritis 

  • Nervous/ Psychotic Conditions 

  • Epilepsy 

  • Diabetes 

  • Asthma 

  • Bell's Palsy 

  • Trapped or Pinched Nerves 

  • Inflamed Nerve 

  • Acute Rheumatism 

  • Any condition already being treated by your G.P or another complimentary therapist 

You will also need to seek medical permission if you:

  • are pregnant 

  • have had a recent operation 

If any of the above apply to you, I will seek written permission from your G.P before administering treatment.

If you suffer from any of the following localised conditions, I can administer Massage Therapy, but will avoid the affected area:

  • Some Skin Diseases 

  • Undiagnosed Lumps or Bumps 

  • Varicose Veins 

  • Cuts 

  • Bruises 

  • Abrasions 

  • Inflammation 

  • Scar Tissue (Cannot be massaged for 2 years following a major operation, or for 6 months for a small scar) 

  • Sunburn 

  • Areas of Undiagnosed Pain 

  • Menstruation (On the Abdomen for the first few days, or depending on how much pain you are feeling) 

I will ask you about your medical history during your consultation before your 1st treatment.

 

Aftercare Advice

 

After the Treatment

  • After receiving a Holistic treatment, it is very important to rest and relax as much as possible, practice deep breathing exercises and relax your shoulders.

  • Drinking plenty of water or even herbal teas will help flush out any toxins released by your treatment, this will help reduce any Contra Actions, making the treatment more beneficial. 

Home Care Advice 

  • Try and make regular time to take Regular exercise

  • Make time for yourself! Even if it’s just an odd minute here or there

  • Try Practicing Deep Breathing exercises to help you relax

  • Try and add more Fruit and Vegetables to your everyday diet. 

Possible Contra-Actions

This is also known as a side effect from the massage and they are usually only Minor and will usually pass in between anything from 24-72 hours after which you will more than likely feel calmer and better in yourself.       

However, saying this: It is perfectly normal to feel a little different after receiving one of the treatments it may be one of the following:

  • Headache, Nausea, thirst, a sore throat, tiredness, you may need to pass water more. Contra actions put simply mean mild side effects and can usually occur.

  • Break out in spots. (Temporarily)

  • Aches and pains.

  • Erythema-which is a reddening of the skin, caused by applying pressure when working on those effected areas of congestion, and will gradually clear within a few days.

This is due to the flushing out of the toxins released by the treatment you have just received -Drinking water or herbal teas can help speed up this process and also serve to reduce symptoms.

These Healing Crisis are often short lived and you will feel a greater sense of well-being afterwards. If you have just had a treatment please take the time to tell me if you experienced any of the above the next time you come for a treatment so you can get the best possible treatment - I will need to make a note of this in your file.