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Is Massage A Safe Option In Case Of Stent In Heart?
I have a client who s mother has a stent in her heart and am wondering if massage is contraindicated? She is not on blood thinners at this time and is in need to relax. I know with a pace maker, I can not do any deep tissue over that area but able to provide relief to rest.of.body. Please.let me know. I am a licensed massage therapist in sports and orthopedic massage. Th a ks
Thu, 9 Oct 2014
Hi welcome to HCM.
Chest massage can be done in a patient with in situ stent.But the massage has to be gentle and for short duration.Its always advisable to get cardiology clearance for any such maneuvers.The clearance can be obtained through Normal test results of baseline EKG and screening 2 dimensional echo.Periodic stent evaluation is needed if any such procedures needed on long term basis.Consult your cardiologist for further queries.
Thank you.
Chest massage can be done in a patient with in situ stent.But the massage has to be gentle and for short duration.Its always advisable to get cardiology clearance for any such maneuvers.The clearance can be obtained through Normal test results of baseline EKG and screening 2 dimensional echo.Periodic stent evaluation is needed if any such procedures needed on long term basis.Consult your cardiologist for further queries.
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