Precautions of foot massage, reflexology contraindications

1. I can do it myself. For some people, after they have received several foot therapies, they feel that this technique doesn't seem to be too difficult to learn. They think they can do it at home themselves. In fact, they are wrong. If you can't find the right acupuncture points, the difference is very big.

2. The bigger the force, the better. During the foot massage, some people believe that the heavier pressure of foot therapy is better. When they receive the treatment, they often ask the master to increase their strength. In fact, this idea is wrong too. Everything should be moderate, too much is as bad as too little.

3. Foot Massage is not recommended for certain people: infectious skin disease, rash, or open wounds; immediately after surgery; immediately after chemotherapy or radiation, unless recommended by your doctor; people with osteoporosis should consult their doctor before getting a massage; prone to blood clots, there is a risk of blood clots being dislodged. If you have heart disease, check with your doctor before having a massage; pregnant women should check with their doctor first if they are considering getting a massage. Massage in pregnant women should be done by massage therapists who are certified in pregnancy massage; massage should not be done directly over bruises, inflamed skin, unhealed wounds, tumors, abdominal hernia, or areas of recent fractures.

4. Before any foot massage treatment, avoid large meals or alcohol. It's also a good idea to give yourself plenty of time either side of the massage, so that you don't feel rushed. You should always tell your therapist in advance if you are, or think you might be, pregnant/ have any medical conditions or are receiving any treatment or medication/ have recently had an injury or operation/ are allergic to anything, particularly skin allergies/have any broken skin or sores on your scalp as this may affect the kind of oil and treatment you receive. It is important to drink plenty of water as you can after the massage to flush metabolic waste from the tissues.