Contraindications
LOCAL
Do you have any of the following health concerns? We may need to avoid massaging the affected area.
​​​
-
Abrasions
-
Allergies
-
Arthritis/Gout
-
Asthma
-
Digestive problems
-
Fungal conditions
-
Headaches
-
Inflammation
-
Malignancy
-
Numbness/Tingling
-
Swelling
-
Un-diagnosed lumps, cists, moles, bumps
-
Un-diagnosed pain
-
Varicose Veins
MEDICAL
Medical note is required - the following conditions require a medical clearance note from your doctor (GP) before we perform any massages.
​​
-
Bell’s palsy, trapped or pinched nerves
-
Bronchitis/Pneumonia
-
Eczema
-
Gynecological infections
-
Heart problems, angina, those with pacemakers
-
High or low blood pressure if not managed by exercise/diet
-
Nervous or psychotic conditions
-
Oedema
-
Osteoporosis
-
Surgery
TOTAL
The following conditions are outside the 'Scope of Practice' for Anarga and we are unable to provide any massages.
​​
-
Cancer
-
Chest pain
-
Diabetes if managed using medication
-
Epilepsy
-
Heart problems
-
Hepatitis A,B or C
-
Pregnancy
-
Recent operations or acute injuries - Surgery within one year
-
Thrombosis (blood clots)
-
Tumour
-
Under the influence of drugs or alcohol, including prescription pain medication
-
Undiagnosed headaches
-
Unstable hypertension/Cardio vascular conditions
-
Persons under the age of 18 years old
-
An aneurysm
Require Healing
​
The following conditions need to be healed before we can provide a massage.
​
-
Diarrhea and/or food poisoning
-
Dizziness
-
Fatigue/Exhaustion
-
Fever/High temperature
-
Flu/Viral condition/cold/sore throat
-
Open wound/Cuts
-
Sunburns
-
Bruising
-
Rashes
-
Burns
During menstruation
​
We cannot massage you while you are menstruating and need to re-schedule your appointment.
Permission required
​
The following conditions may require medical permission from your doctor before we can perform a massage.
​
-
Already on prescribed medication for ailments
-
Any condition already being treated by a medical practitioner