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[LoveToPlayGames]

In response to requests from members to collate this information, below are some links with useful advice on safety for therapists.

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http://www.massageplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?t=32241&highlight=Male+Clients-+urgent%21
Male Clients- urgent! - in Massage

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http://www.massageplanet.net/forum/showthread.php?t=25832
Azalia's "sticky” - top of the forum in Therapy Swaps

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Holistic
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*** SAFETY ADVICE FOR THERAPISTS

http://www.massageandbodywork.com/Articles/JuneJuly2000/outcall.html

 

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[jaelinthomas1]

Any kind of method that creates discomfort or agony needs to be halted straightaway by the massage therapist. It is also a good idea to vary the therapeutic massage process to prevent repetitive motion to one part of the hands and also arms. Also, therapists having pre-existing injuries in addition to issues like back and also neck wounds must execute just those massages that don't demand much strength in addition to pressure. Hydrotherapy and also Aromatherapy are a couple of therapeutic massage forms that will enhance one’s clients and even also do not demand much intensive hand-work.