What is Seated Acupressure Massage?
Seated acupressure massage, also known as chair massage or on-site massage, is a convenient and effective way to reduce stress and tension in a short amount of time. Unlike traditional massage therapy, seated acupressure massage is performed while the client is fully clothed and seated in a specially designed chair.
The practitioner uses their hands, fingers, and elbows to apply firm pressure to the acupressure points on the client's body, focusing on areas such as the back, shoulders, neck, head and arms. This massage technique is based on the principles of traditional Chinese medicine and acupressure, which involve stimulating the body's energy pathways to promote healing and balance.
Seated acupressure massage is particularly beneficial for individuals who spend long hours sitting at a desk or suffer from chronic muscle tension. It can help alleviate headaches, improve posture, boost circulation, and enhance overall well-being.
With its convenience and ability to provide quick relief, seated acupressure massage is becoming increasingly popular in workplaces, airports, and even at events and conferences.
So, whether you're looking for a quick pick-me-up during a busy day or seeking relief from muscle tension, seated acupressure massage offers a convenient, effective, and holistic solution.
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
· Pregnancy – 1st trimester or have had difficult pregnancies in the past.
· Undiagnosed lumps or swellings
· Uncontrolled diabetes
· Herniated discs
· Migraine or headache at time of treatment
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
· Cuts and abrasions
· Recent scar tissue
Reservations/ Special Contraindications – GP or other health professional consent will be required before treatment is carried out.
· 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 Seated Acupressure Massage
· Heightened emotional state brought on by the release of suppressed feelings and emotions.
· Profuse sweating
· Nausea
· Headache
· Area of treatment becoming hot and red
· Restlessness and/or irritability
· Feeling faint
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:
· Sore and aching muscles due to the elimination of Carbon Dioxide and Lactic acid.
· Increase in sweat production due to the elimination of toxins.
· Feeling tired from the increase in lymphatic drainage.
· Headache
· Dizziness
· Nausea
· Increased bowel movement and more frequent urination.
Should any of these affects last longer than 48hours please contact your GP.
Benefits of Seated Acupressure
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 seated acupressure 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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