Are there contraindications for massage therapy?
Massage should obviously not be done over the site of any recent tissue damage, such as a broken bone, a bruise, or a wound. Care should be taken with deep work on persons with fragile or brittle bones. Areas of internal organic problems should be avoided. If there is any doubt, a physician should be consulted first and x-rays taken. Be sure to tell the therapist beforehand about any recent health problems, injuries or surgeries.
