GUIDANCE BEFORE BOOKING
Massage can be useful for many kinds of muscular tension, stiffness and physical demand — but it is not always the right first step.
This guide is designed to help you think through when massage may be appropriate, when medical advice should come first and when treatment should be postponed.
A SIMPLE PLACE TO START
If your discomfort has a clear and understandable explanation — for example long hours at a desk, physical work, exercise or repetitive activity — massage may be a reasonable place to start.
If the cause is less clear, something has changed unexpectedly or warning signs are present, it is more appropriate to seek medical advice first.
Understanding massage contraindications is part of making that decision safely.
THREE-LAYER CHECK
Massage is often a reasonable place to start.
Medical advice is recommended before deciding whether massage is appropriate.
These symptoms should be medically assessed before considering massage.
QUESTIONS + ANSWERS
Browse questions about whether massage may be suitable for a particular situation. Each answer explains the thinking behind the guidance.
STILL UNSURE?
If you're unsure whether massage is appropriate for what you're experiencing, send a question with a little context. We can help you decide whether booking is a sensible next step.
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