Karen Urwin LMT, MLD, MMP

Acute Infection - Cold, Flu,  Fever and COVID-19 -  If you have a cold or flu, this is not the time to have bodywork. Wait until you are approximately 90% over your symptoms before having a session. In some cases, bodywork can exacerbate the illness, causing a relapse. 

Acute Thrombosis/Phlebitis - This can lead to free-floating blood clots in the circulatory system. Once treated, a release from your doctor will be required before sessions can begin.

Major Cardiac Problems - If the heart is not fully functioning, pumping more fluid in it may stress it more than the actual condition. Karen will always request a release from your doctor before starting sessions.

Cancer or Tumors - Undiagnosed Lump Bodywork can be performed with the doctor's consent—a release from your doctor will be needed before starting sessions.

Cortisone Injections - Bodywork could interfere with the effectiveness of the treatment's results. A release from your doctor will be needed to resume sessions.

Hemorrhage or Bleeding - No bleeding or bruising should be present.

Females

Menstruation - lower abdominal work should be avoided during this time. Please notify your therapist if you are on your cycle.

Pregnancy - shorter sessions could be recommended during the first trimester. In a healthy pregnancy, there are no contraindications after that.

IUD -  notify your practitioner as lower abdominal palpation should be avoided. Please inform your practitioner.