Contraindications
A contraindication is a reason for NOT having craniosacral and manual lymphatic work. I care deeply about your health and safety. There are situations where craniosacral and manual lymphatic work is not helpful to you. Those situations may be short term (i.e. you’re experiencing an infection). Sometimes, these modalities are not safe for you at all (incomplete foramen magnum).
Please read all contraindications. If you are unsure, please check with your doctor and ask for your doctor’s approval. There are instances where I may require a written note from your doctor. At your first visit, you will be asked to sign a Waiver of Liability form, that lists all of these contraindications.
Reasons (contraindications) for postponing a session or why a session is not for you:
You have a fever or flu symptoms. You will need to wait 48 hours after fever breaking or last flu symptoms. Having a session while you have a fever or flu symptoms can result in exacerbating your symptoms.
You have tested positive for Covid. You will need to wait 6 days after day of last presenting symptoms.
You have an infection. You will need to have ingested antibiotics for at least 48 hours. Having a session with an untreated infection can cause your infection to spread.
Cosmetic Injectables, - you need to wait 14 days after a cosmetic injectable. It’s recommended that you ask the person who performed the injection as to the number of days they suggest in waiting.
Other cosmetic surgeries - contact me to discuss
You have undiagnosed skin rashes or irritations - contact me to discuss
You have an open wound - contact me to discuss
Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT)
Currently in cancer treatment (no lymphatic drainage until treatment is completed. Craniosacral with doctor approval. Reiki is ok)
High risk pregnancy (no lymphatic drainage during high risk pregnancy. Craniosacral with doctor approval. Reiki is ok)
Recent brain Injury - brain hemorrhage, stroke, cerebral aneurism, brain injury or tumor. Doctor approval stating date of event, that it’s safe to have a session now, and that there’s no more bleeding and /or leaking of cerebral spinal fluid, if applicable.
Recent spinal tap - Doctor approval stating date of event, that it’s safe to have a session now
Arnold Chiari Malformation - incomplete foramen magnum
Down’s syndrome - hypotonia and ligament laxity make it unsafe
Rheumatoid arthritis
Potential for heart, liver or kidney failure
For the most part, Reiki is Not contraindicated and can be safely performed in most situations. We can discuss your particular situation and choose an option that’s safest and most effective for you.
Medical knowledge is continually developing. The list above is the most recent contraindication information I have at this time. It is possible that at a future time, there could be additions or deletions to the above list, as information becomes available.
Policies
There are circumstances where I may require a doctor’s note ok’ing a session. Please understand that your safety is important to me.
COVID 19 Protocols: I am vaccinated and boostered and have had covid.
Masking - I am happy to wear a mask, if that’s your preference. Your comfort and safety are vitally important to me.
Prior to your Session, if you have had a fever during the past 24 hours, are presenting with any respiratory, flu symptoms, sore throat or shortness of breath, have been exposed to anyone in the past 6 days who has been diagnosed with Covid or has covid-like symptoms, please reschedule your appointment.
Cancellations: 24 hours notice cancellation. If you cancel, under 24 hours, for a non-emergency or non-Covid reason, you will be charged half of the session fee. I book a limited number of sessions each week to ensue that each person gets all the time they need. Please respect my time and the health needs of other people, who may have been closed out of a spot. Many thanks for understanding.
Hydration: Drinking 16 oz. of water an hour before and an hour after a session significantly improves outcomes. Toxins are moving out of your body and water is vital.
After Affects - The healing continues through you for 24 - 48 hours. It is normal to be hungry and for the bowels to clear. Eat healthy and go to bed early. NO alcohol.
Session Location and parking: I am located in Montclair, NJ. Very close to Garden State Parkway, Exit 148 or 280 West, Exit 8B. Free parking on street.