PRECAUTIONS
Massage is not recommended for certain people:
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infectious skin disease, rash, or open wounds
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immediately after surgery
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immediately after chemotherapy or radiation, unless recommended by your doctor
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prone to blood clots. There is a risk of blood clots being dislodged. If you have heart disease, check with your doctor before having a massage
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pregnant women should check with their doctor first if they are considering getting a massage. Massage in pregnant women should be done by massage therapists who are certified in pregnancy massage.
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massage should not be done directly over bruises, inflamed skin, unhealed wounds, tumors, abdominal hernia, or areas of recent fractures.
Additional tips:
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Don’t eat a heavy meal before the massage.
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Be sure that your massage therapist has your complete health history, because people with certain conditions should not have Thai massage.
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If you feel discomfort at any time, let your massage therapist know.
