Contraindications

A massage can have many benefits, but there are situations in which it is better not to have a massage.

Absolute contraindications mean that you should not receive a massage, singing bowl treatment or Reiki at all.
Relative contraindications mean that certain parts of the body should not be massaged, or that massage is only possible after consultation with your GP or treating physician.

The list below contains the most common contraindications, but is not exhaustive. Your specific situation may differ from this. Do you have a medical condition or are you taking medication? Always contact your GP or treating physician before having a massage.

Massagee

In case of absolute contraindications, you may not receive a massage. In some cases, prior permission from your doctor is required.

Situations in which massage is not permitted:

Fever
Infectious diseases such as flu, sore throat, etc.
Contagious skin conditions such as boils, cold sores and severe acne.
Inflammations in the body.
Damaged skin with open wounds, broken bones or acute injuries.
Severe fatigue or poor general health (massage can then provide too many stimuli).
Pregnancy (the first 3 months) and after childbirth only after at least 6 weeks, provided you feel well.
Cancer, vascular diseases and heart conditions.
Neurogenic complaints, such as a hernia.
Psychological disorders (in people under psychiatric treatment or with a history of psychosis).
Use of medication with a yellow warning sticker (only after consultation with the doctor).
Thrombosis or blood clots (only after consultation with the attending physician about which parts of the body may be massaged).
Diabetes (only after consultation with the attending physician).
High or low blood pressure (only after consultation with the attending physician).

Massage is possible in the case of relative contraindications, but the location, intensity and technique are taken into account. If in doubt, it is always advisable to consult your attending physician first.

Situations in which massage is adapted:

Damaged skin (such as a dry wound).
Varicose veins.
Contusions, injuries and bruises.
Psoriasis.
Vascular disorders (such as poor circulation or weak vessel walls).
Fungal infections.
Local, active inflammations (such as joint or muscle inflammations).

Reiki

Absolute contraindications

With absolute contraindications you cannot receive Reiki treatment.

Infectious diseases such as fever, flu, sore throat etc.
Pacemaker.
Have had an organ transport.
Pregnancy 1st 3 months.

Singing bowls

Absolute contraindications

With absolute contraindications you cannot receive a singing bowl treatment.

Infectious diseases such as fever, flu, sore throat etc.
Pacemaker / serious heart complaints.
Pregnancy first and last 12 weeks.
Epilepsy.
Psychoses.
During chemo treatments.
Varicose veins (heavy, thick).

If in doubt whether a massage or treatment is suitable for you, always consult your GP or treating physician first. If there is any uncertainty, I advise not to book a treatment. The massages and treatments offered are exclusively intended for relaxation.