What is Warm Bamboo Massage?
Warm bamboo massage is a unique and rejuvenating type of massage therapy that combines the benefits of traditional massage techniques with the use of heated bamboo sticks. The bamboo sticks are typically made of smooth, solid bamboo that is warmed to a comfortable temperature.
During the massage, the therapist uses the heated bamboo sticks in a similar way to their hands, applying pressure and gliding the sticks along the body. The heat from the bamboo helps to relax the muscles and increase blood circulation, allowing for deeper and more effective muscle manipulation. This type of massage is especially beneficial for relieving muscle tension, reducing stress, and promoting overall relaxation.
The smooth texture of the bamboo sticks also provides a soothing and comforting sensation on the skin. Whether you are seeking relaxation or relief from muscle soreness, warm bamboo massage offers a unique and therapeutic experience that will leave you feeling rejuvenated and restored.
Contraindications and reservations
General/Total Contraindications – Treatment will not go ahead as condition could be worsened or risk of cross contamination.
· Acute/Contagious skin disease
· Fever or abnormally high temperature
· Recent surgery/scar tissue
· Dysfunction of the nervous system
· Severe heart condition
· Pregnancy – 1st trimester or have had difficult pregnancies in the past.
· Undiagnosed lumps or swellings
Local/Specific Contraindications – localised to an area which will be avoided during treatment as not to cause harm or discomfort.
· Heavy Varicose veins
· Phlebitis
· Metal Implants
· Sunburn
· Eczema/Psoriasis
· Excessive oedema
· Near or over the site of a hernia
· Cuts and abrasions
· Recent scar tissue
· Piercings
Reservations/ Special Contraindications – GP or other health professional consent will be required before treatment is carried out.
· Epilepsy
· Uncontrolled diabetes
· Undergoing medical treatment
· High/Low Blood pressure
· Metal pins/plates
· Pregnancy – 2nd & 3rd Trimester
· Cancer
· Haemophilia
· History of thrombosis or embolism
· Medications
For some medical conditions, I will request you seek advice from your doctor, specialist, midwife, or other health professional, before I fully commit to treatment as I do not want to be aggravating conditions and causing more harm than good.
Surgery, injury, or infection please wait until fully healed before booking in.
Please ensure you have been given all clear of illness and are no longer running a high temperature before booking an appointment.
For medications I will require a list of all medication taken, including dosage and times taken in a day.
Effects of Warm Bamboo Massage
These are some of the effects the client may experience during treatment. Should you start to feel at all uncomfortable please advise the therapist so treatment can stop, I can get you comfortable and chat about what to do next.
Clients may have the following effects 24-48 hours after treatment:
· Tiredness or fatigue
· Changes in sleep pattern
· Headaches
· Feeling emotional
· Change in bowel movements
· Excess perspiration
· Flu-like symptoms
These effects should disappear after 24-48 hours. To reduce the effects, it is important that the client follows the aftercare and homecare advice given. Should symptoms persist for more than 48 hours, please contact your GP.
Bamboo Massage Benefits
Consultation
To ensure an effective, safe, and satisfactory treatment is preformed, a consultation must be performed before each treatment. This is to ensure an accurate assessment can be given after each treatment and before the following session.
Note:
It is important to note that while warm bamboo massage can be used as a complementary therapy, it should not be used as a substitute for medical treatment!
Should you have any queries regarding this treatment please contact me to discuss.
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