Massage Suitability Self-Check

These are warning signs that may need medical care, not massage.

• Sudden severe pain or recent significant injury
• Unexplained numbness, weakness or loss of sensation
• Loss of bladder or bowel control
• Fever together with pain
• Suspected fracture or recent trauma
• Chest pain or difficulty breathing
• New neurological symptoms, facial drooping or slurred speech
• Open wounds, skin infection or a hot, red, swollen limb (possible clot)
• Recent surgery without clearance from your doctor
• None of the above