Safety Measures

 

Safety is important to us.

To ensure proper use of our products, please read our precautions thoroughly.

 

Massage Chairs

Health Precautions

  • Massage chairs are known to lower blood pressure. For those suffering from low blood pressure, use only for 20 minutes, twice per day.

  • Elderly adults should follow the same protocol; 20 minutes, twice per day. Also observe for signs of broken skin/weak areas and avoid the rollers pressing on these areas.

  • For use more than twice a day, use only for 15 minutes, maximum 4 times.

  • Elderly people with assisted walking devices or balance issues will require assistance when entering and exiting the chair or bed. Leaving the chair requires hip flexion restrictions post hip replacement; seek assistance.

  • For elderly and those suffering from injuries, we recommend using a lower intensity setting. Consult you medical practitioner for appropriate rehab and injury management.

  • Frail clients may need to avoid use of the arm rests due to excessive pressure.

  • Clients should also avoid massaging and heat on infected areas to avoid spreading the infection and further injury. Observe for excessive redness.

  • Take caution with intensity of rollers on bony landmarks such as the spinous process of your spine, your hip bone and your shoulder blades.

  • Pregnant women: should not use the massage chair to combat lower back pain, advise your health professional. If you are experiencing excessive and sporadic bursts of lower back pain when pregnant, contact your health practitioner.

  • If taking medicine, speak to your health practitioner before use.

  • It is recommended to drink 600ml of water after use to assist with toxin release and rehydration.

  • If unsure or you require assistance, please seek assistance from an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist from the Perth Wellness Centre for more recommendations and guidelines.

 
 

Massage Beds

Health Precautions

  • Massage beds are known to lower blood pressure. For those suffering from low blood pressure, use only for 20 minutes, twice per day.

  • Elderly adults should follow the same protocol; 20 minutes, twice per day. Also observe for signs of broken skin/weak areas and avoid the rollers pressing on these areas.

  • For use more than twice a day, use only for 15 minutes, maximum 4 times.

  • Elderly people with assisted walking devices or balance issues will require assistance when entering and exiting the bed. Leaving the bed requires hip flexion over 90 degrees. For clients with hip flexion restrictions post hip replacement; seek assistance. For more information on entering and exiting the bed, contact Perth Wellness Centre for an appointment with an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist.

  • For elderly and those suffering from injuries, we recommend using a lower intensity setting. Consult you medical practitioner for appropriate rehab and injury management.

  • Clients should also avoid massaging and heat on infected areas to avoid spreading the infection and further injury. Observe for excessive redness.

  • Take caution with intensity of rollers on bony landmarks such as the spinous process of your spine, your hip bone and your shoulder blades.

  • Clients with a forward leaning posture may experience difficulty lying down. For posture correction, seek assistance from your health practitioner from Perth Wellness Centre.

  • Pregnant women: should not use the massage bed to combat lower back pain, advise your health professional. If you are experiencing excessive and sporadic bursts of lower back pain when pregnant, contact your health practitioner.

  • If taking medicine, speak to your health practitioner before use.

  • It is recommended to drink 600ml of water after use to assist with toxin release and rehydration.

  • If unsure or you require assistance, please seek assistance from an Occupational Therapist or Physiotherapist from the Perth Wellness Centre for more recommendations and guidelines.

 
 

Summary Table

Positives

  • Posture Improvement

  • Combination of trigger point and heat therapy function in the bed.

  • Different modalities and strength of massage to accommodate for each individual and for different levels of injury.

  • Improved blood flow and healing process for injuries.

  • Decrease stress.

  • Decrease blood pressure.

Precautions

  • Cease if experiencing dizziness, nausea, vertigo, or headaches.

  • Avoid massage and heat on infected areas.

  • Avoid massage on body landmarks.

  • Massage should not be painful.

  • Seek guidance for correct entering and exiting techniques if elderly, frail or post hip replacement.

  • Pregnant women with lower back pain should seek professional assistance.

  • If diagnosed with low blood pressure, seek guidance from your health practitioner.

  • Increase fluid intake.

 
 
 
 
 

Contacts

Zachary Scampoli
Occupational Therapist
zac@perthwellness.com


Wayne Sun
Physiotherapist
wayne@perthwellness.com


Dr Cheran Ruban
Chiropractor
cheran@perthwellness.com


Reception
+61 (08) 9321 1964
9 Colin St, West Perth WA 6005

info@perthwellness.com
www.perthwellness.com.au

 
 

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