Performed by a specialist with a higher medical education who thoroughly gathers information about your body before the procedure, identifies chronic diseases and possible contraindications
Massage technique and intensity of tissue manipulation are individually selected by the physician based on your health status, goals, and response to treatment
Medical massage can be therapeutic, preventive, general tonic, relaxing, or aimed at solving a local problem (e.g., working with trigger points)
What Are the Benefits of Medical Massage? (Benefits can include pain relief, improved circulation, reduced muscle tension, faster recovery, etc., as described above)
Contraindications to Medical Massage
Any acute diseases, including infectious diseases
Exacerbation of chronic diseases, including rheumatological and cardiovascular conditions
Skin cancer, blood cancers, or internal organ malignancies
Postpartum or post-abortion period (up to 3 months)
Pregnancy and lactation
Nervous system diseases: epilepsy outside remission
Acute pain requiring strong painkillers
Psychiatric disorders with excessive agitation or altered mental state
Alcohol or drug intoxication
Preparation for Massage Before a massage session, it is recommended to take a shower and avoid using creams or self-tanner on the area to be treated.
It is not recommended to have the procedure on an empty stomach or immediately after a heavy meal. It is better to have the procedure 1.5 hours after eating.