Contraindications of massage chair use
A contraindication is generally a factor (e.g. age, certain previous illnesses, injuries, etc., but also conditions such as pregnancy) that speaks against a certain diagnostic or therapeutic measure (e.g. the administration of a drug). This means, for example, that a drug may now no longer be taken because of a present contraindication or, in our case, that you should not use a massage chair. In the following cases you should refrain from using a massage chair: In case of an infectious skin disease In case of recently suffered fractures, sprains or bruises In case of open, unhealed wounds in the massage area In case of acute fever or severe indisposition Under the influence of alcohol,...
A contraindication is generally a factor (e.g. age, certain previous illnesses, injuries, etc., but also conditions such as pregnancy) that speaks against a certain diagnostic or therapeutic measure (e.g. the administration of a drug). This means, for example, that a drug may now no longer be taken because of a present contraindication or, in our case, that one should not use a massage chair.
In the following cases, you should refrain from using a massage chair:
- In case of infectious skin disease
- For recent fractures, sprains or bruises.
- For open, unhealed wounds in the massage area
- In case of acute fever or severe indisposition
- Under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medications that impair consciousness.
- If you weigh more than 150 kg
- In case of a tendency to seizures
- In case of brain damage or also after brain surgery
- Immediately after chemotherapy or radiotherapy.
In the following cases, you should consult with your treating physician before using a massage chair and pay special attention to your body's reaction during the massage:
- In case of epilepsy or similar seizure disorders
- For thrombosis and venous disorders
- For moderate to severe scoliosis
- For osteoporosis
- In case of trauma to the spine
- In the event of an acute attack of gout
- In the event of a high-risk pregnancy
- For autoimmune diseases
In some of the cases mentioned above, massage can be very helpful, in others, some massage options should be avoided if necessary.
Co-founder and Managing Director of Massage Chair World. With his expert knowledge and industry expertise, he helps private individuals and companies to find the right massage chairs for relaxation, health and vitality. The individual expert advice is provided both by telephone or video chat, as well as in the exhibition outside Stuttgart.
