Massage can have many positive effects, but there are situations where you should avoid treatment.
Do not book a massage if you have:
Fever or an acute infection such as a cold (please reschedule)
Open wounds, skin conditions, infections or illnesses in the treatment area (please speak to our support team beforehand or seek medical advice)
Severe inflammation or fresh injuries
After surgery or fractures: Wait at least 4–6 weeks, ensure the area is fully healed, and avoid working on fresh scar tissue.
Certain cardiovascular conditions (only with doctor’s approval)- Pregnancy (especially in the first trimester)- High-risk pregnancies: Consult your doctor before booking a massage. Written confirmation is helpful but not mandatory.
Inflammation or while taking antibiotics: Consult your doctor or pharmacist to ensure a massage is safe. If unsure, reschedule your appointment.- Blood thinners: Massages cannot be performed while taking blood-thinning medication due to increased risk of bleeding.- Bruises or minor injuries: Treatment can proceed with the affected area skipped, provided there is no strong pain or swelling. Consult a doctor if unsure.
Important notes:
Always inform your expert about any health conditions or medications.
When in doubt, please consult your doctor before treatment.- By booking, you confirm that there are no medical objections to the treatment and that it is undertaken at your own responsibility.
Soulhouse only offers cosmetic and wellness massages, not medical or therapeutic treatments such as lymphatic drainage.- For specific conditions like high-risk pregnancies, a written confirmation from your doctor can be helpful but is not mandatory.
For a full-body massage, the face and head are not part of the treatment area. A cold sore is therefore no obstacle to a full-body massage.
Minor bruises or injuries: Inform your expert about the affected area, which will be skipped during treatment. If the bruise causes strong pain or swelling, consult a doctor first.
FAQ:
Can I come for a massage with a cold? No, please reschedule until you are fully recovered.
Can I come for a massage with back pain? Yes, in many cases massage can help. Please discuss your symptoms with your expert beforehand.- Can I get a massage while pregnant? Yes, but only after the first trimester and with approval from your doctor or midwife.
Can I get a massage after surgery (e.g., C-section)? Yes, but only after at least 4–6 weeks, once the area is fully healed, and no work is done on fresh scar tissue.- Can I get a massage during a high-risk pregnancy? Only with explicit doctor approval; written confirmation is helpful but not mandatory.
Can I get a massage while taking antibiotics or having an inflammation? Consult your doctor or pharmacist first; when in doubt, reschedule.- Can I get a massage while taking blood thinners? No, this is excluded for safety reasons due to increased bleeding risk.- Can I get a massage if I have bruises? Yes, in most cases. Inform your expert about the affected area; it will be skipped during treatment. If the bruise causes strong pain or swelling, consult a doctor first.