When do you avoid using deep tissue massage

Deep tissue massage is used to treat chronic aches and pains, as well as contracted areas like strained necks and upper backs, low back pain, leg muscle tightness, and sore shoulders.
Deep tissue massage contraindications are accidents or conditions that can make massage unsafe or harmful. Before starting therapy, the therapist can always check to see if all of these apply to you.
We’ve mentioned a few deep tissue massage contraindications below, but this is by no means an exhaustive list. Seek clinical help wherever possible.
Some cuts, lacerations, or grazes are considered open wounds. It’s self-evident, but it needs to be said. You can wait until the scar has fully grown before proceeding. Muscle ruptures – These could still be bleeding in the acute stage. Massage can speed up the healing process by increasing bleeding and tissue damage. Deep tissue massage could be available after the first 48 to 72 hours, but that will depend on the severity of the injury.
Tendon ruptures – Tendon injuries are similar to tendon ruptures. Complete ruptures are contraindicated for massage and should be treated with surgery rather than massage.
Deep tissue Massage can be appropriate after a minimum of 48 hours for muscle and tendon partial tears, and longer for more severe injuries.
Impact injuries that cause bleeding within the muscle are known as contusions. Massage to a contusion too soon after it has occurred may cause more harm and even Myositis Ossificans (bone growth within the muscle).
Massage can hurt and cause damage to burns, chilblains, and broken bones. It’s not a good idea.
Periostitis is a condition in which the sheath that protects the bone becomes inflamed. Massage to the bone directly can irritate it. You may be able to massage the muscles around the bone, but stay away from the bone.
Inflammatory conditions such as rheumatoid arthritis and gout are massage contraindications. The same laws apply to chronic injuries as they do to acute injuries. Massage can aggravate the situation.
Bursitis is an inflammation of the bursa sac. A bursa is a thin fluid-filled sac that aids in the passage of tendons over bones at joints. Massage should be stopped if there is discomfort, swelling, or redness on the skin.
Myositis ossificans – A bad contusion or muscle rupture may cause myositis ossificans, which causes the muscle to calcify (grow bone). Deep tissue Massage would exacerbate the problem.
WHEN IS MASSAGE PERMITTED AND WHEN IS IT PROHIBITED?
Note: When a treatment is contraindicated, it means it should not be used; when massage is contraindicated, it means it should not be used or applied in the specified situation. Deep tissue Massage is completely or completely contraindicated in the following situations. Massage is not recommended in any part of the body in these situations – no massage should be offered at all.

When You Shouldn't Get a Massage

Massage therapy, when done by a qualified massage therapist, can help our bodies in a variety of ways. However, there are certain circumstances in which massage CANNOT be done on any part of the body. The patient is unable to receive a deep tissue massage for his or her own safety and, in some circumstances (e.g., if the patient has an infectious illness, for the safety of the massage therapist and other patients), for the safety of the massage therapist and other patients. Instead, patients must be referred to a physician or a medical practitioner.

When Massage Isn't an Option

When the patient is in shock, is experiencing or has recently experienced a stroke or a heart attack (acute stage). Before having a massage, the patient must wait until the disease has progressed past the ACUTE PHASE/ ACUTE STAGE; better yet, ask the doctor for permission. For example, there is a high risk of a second stroke occurring within one month of the first stroke in stroke patients. After about six months, the chances of having another stroke are reduced.o Shock is a life-threatening condition in which blood supply in the body abruptly decreases, severely limiting oxygen and nutrient distribution to vital organs. Patients who are heavily intoxicated (drugs and alcohol) – Patients who are heavily intoxicated (drugs and alcohol) should not be massaged. High Fever – Patients with a high fever (greater than 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or 38 degrees Celsius) are not eligible for a massage. If you’re sick and have a fever, it’s best to avoid getting a massage until you’ve recovered. The majority of people get fevers as a result of a virus or bacteria infection (which also could be contagious). Massage should not be done immediately after major surgery. Any surgical operation that penetrates and opens a body cavity – surgery that has the potential to cause permanent anatomic or physiologic impairment, any orthopaedic procedure, or substantial tissue transaction or dissection – is considered a major surgery. Meningitis – Meningitis patients are unable to be massaged. Meningitis can be infectious as well as becoming a life-threatening disease because it affects the brain and spinal cord. Patients who are having serious, unexplained internal pain should seek medical attention right away. Hemorrhage is number seven on the list (the escape of blood from vessels). Massage therapy is not advised for people with advanced Atherosclerosis. Atherosclerosis is a form of arteriosclerosis, a group of diseases characterised by arterial wall thickening and loss of elasticity. Massage is not permitted for patients with Acute Pneumonia (bacterial or viral lung inflammation). Eclampsia is described as convulsions that occur in a pregnant woman and are associated with hypertension, proteinuria, or edoema. Note: Pregnant women who are in good health should get a massage (see Pregnancy Massage Procedure for more information) Massage therapy is not recommended for people who have serious haemophilia. Haemophilia is an inherited hemorrhagic disorder that causes spontaneous bleeding of varying degrees. In people with serious and moderate haemophilia, even mild muscle and joint trauma can cause internal bleeding (in joints and muscles). Massage therapy is not recommended for people who have advanced kidney failure. Massage is not recommended for patients with advanced kidney failure. Massage patients with Respiratory Failure is strongly discouraged. Massage is not recommended for patients suffering from liver failure. Massaging anyone who is suffering from appendicitis is not advised. Patients with advanced cancers, such as lymphoma and malignant melanoma, should not be massaged. Patients with Diabetes Mellitus 1 or 2, as well as those with advanced heart or kidney failure or advanced vascular complications, are not eligible for massage. Massage is contraindicated in the case of a sudden onset of serious undiagnosed headache – if the person has no prior history of similar severe headaches, dizziness, numbness, or sleepiness, the person should be referred to a doctor before receiving a massage.