Initial Assessment and Consultation
In the case of a sports massage treatment a physical client assessment may be required on sessions depending on the state of muscular tension and reasons for treatment at that time. Client assessments require subjective feedback where the client gives information about their state, but are mostly objective where the therapist would pay attention to:
When making an appointment for the first time you will be asked for general personal information and if you have any medical conditions, injuries or 'contra-indications'; symptoms & conditions that may affect the purpose & reverse the benefits of having a massage treatment.
This will be looked over more thoroughly when meeting on the day however notifying the therapist beforehand will save time if a condition or injury may need to be further investigated by a GP before a treatment can take place.
'Total Contra-indications' which will restrict a treatment include:
NB: All clients will sign a disclaimer form before first treatment and information provided will remain confidential & abide by data protection guidelines.
In the case of a sports massage treatment a physical client assessment may be required on sessions depending on the state of muscular tension and reasons for treatment at that time. Client assessments require subjective feedback where the client gives information about their state, but are mostly objective where the therapist would pay attention to:
- Postural Observation & Symmetry
- Muscular Flexibility
- Joint Mobility
- Ranges of Movement through active, passive and resisted movements
- Initial Palpations of skin, muscles & bones.
When making an appointment for the first time you will be asked for general personal information and if you have any medical conditions, injuries or 'contra-indications'; symptoms & conditions that may affect the purpose & reverse the benefits of having a massage treatment.
This will be looked over more thoroughly when meeting on the day however notifying the therapist beforehand will save time if a condition or injury may need to be further investigated by a GP before a treatment can take place.
'Total Contra-indications' which will restrict a treatment include:
- Fever
- Under the influence of alchohol of recreational drugs
- Contagious or infectious diseases
- Diarrohoea & vomiting
- Skin diseases
- Undiagnosed lumps or bumps
- Localised Swelling
NB: All clients will sign a disclaimer form before first treatment and information provided will remain confidential & abide by data protection guidelines.
