Pregnancy Waiver

Massage therapy during pregnancy has been show to be beneficial for a number of common complaints such as fatigue, musculoskeletal pain, sciatica, edema, and many others. However, there are risks associated with specific conditions that may occur during pregnancy.

You must inform your massage therapist if you have or have had any of the following conditions or symptoms which may make massage therapy during pregnancy contraindicated or may require the massage to be altered.

I have read the aforementioned conditions and symptoms which make massage therapy contraindicated. The massage therapist has discussed this information with me and provided opportunity for any questions. I have disclosed all high-risk factors of my pregnancy.

I have discussed with my prenatal healthcare provider any health concerns that I had about receiving massage therapy. I agree that my healthcare provider has given me clearance to receive massage therapy.

I understand the information contained on this form and confirm that (1) I am receiving medical care including regular check-ups with a licensed healthcare provider, (2) I have not experienced any of the listed symptoms, conditions, or complications, (3) I am not currently experiencing any of the listed symptoms, conditions, or complications, (4) I am experiencing a low-risk pregnancy.

I understand that I will be receiving massage therapy as an adjunct form of healthcare only and that this therapy is not meant to replace appropriate medical care. I release the massage therapist of all liability for any harm that may unintentionally occur during my treatment(s).