Pediatric massage is provided with the parent present. 

Parents are encouraged to learn the techniques in order to provide comfort and care for their child. 

Massage can be completed while clothed. 

Child consent will be sought during the session and is required for care to be given.

Children with special needs may be accommodated for, please call to discuss your child and their needs.

Pediatric Massage Information

Massage therapy for children is not intended to replace other forms of healthcare.

Potential benefits

Skeletal: 

• Supports good posture and balance

• Reduces muscle tension

• Increases nutrient flow to bones

Muscular:

• Relieves muscle tension and spasm

• Increases flow of blood and nutrients to muscles

• Assist in regulating muscle tone

• Assist in joint mobility

Digestive:

• May relieve constipation

• May relieve gas

• Reduces water retention

Circulatory

• Stimulates blood and lymph circulation

• Helps strengthen the immune system

Respiratory

• Improves breathing patterns

• Helps reduce respiratory problems

• Relieves tension in chest

Nervous

• Relaxes and calms 

• Helps with sleep

• Raises endorphin levels

• Vagus nerve is stimulated which helps with food absorption hormones

Contraindications (do not do massage)

• High fever

• Acute infection, illness, or disease

• Skin disorder that is contagious or cause inflammation

• Open sores or lesions

• Recent immunization/vaccination (wait 48-72 hours)

• Life threatening medical condition

• Swollen lymph nodes

• Blood clots or blood condition

• Diarrhea or other sickness

• High blood pressure

• Hernia

• Osteoporosis

• Varicose Veins

• Broken Bones

• Deep Vein Thrombosis

• Pain

• Lability

• Thrombocytopenia

Precautions (be cautious)

• Apnea

• Bradycardia, Tachycardia

• Abdominal distention

• GI or jejunostomy feeding tube

• Hydrocephalus

• Inflammation

• Edema

• Dysplasia

• Hemophilia

• Jaundice

• Recent surgery

• HIV/AIDS

• Tumors

• Cancer

• Seizure Disorders

• Agitation

• Impulsivity