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PNEUMATIC COMPRESSION THERAPY

Self Care Ad-on

Looking to elevate your next massage session? Our pneumatic compression machine add-on is a great way to further reduce swelling and enhance leg circulation. Choose between a zero gravity chair or a massage table to maximize lymphatic return and extend your therapeutic benefits  during your next appointment!

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Contraindications

  • Blood Clotting Issues (DVT):  Do not use if you have any injuries, blood clots, or other medical conditions that could be affected by massage. Compression may dislodge existing clots. 

  • Varicose Veins: Nether massage nor compression therapy can be applied on or below various veins.  The increased pressure can release an existing blood clot.

  • Vascular & Heart Disease: Avoid if you suffer from severe peripheral artery disease, cardiac conditions, or unstable hypertension, as increased blood flow can overtax the heart. 

  • Skin or Wound Issues: Do not use over open lesions, cellulitis, or acute inflammatory skin diseases.

  • Nerve Damage: Serious peripheral neuropathy or sensory disturbance (often from diabetes) is a contraindication because you might not feel if the pressure is dangerously high. 

  • Tumors: Malignant tumors rule out both massage and the use of active compression therapy.

  • Pregnancy: Complex prenatal complications like preeclampsia, high blood pressure, or blood clotting disorders require prior medical clearance.  If there is a medical complication that has increased your pregnancy to high risk, please obtain medical clearance before scheduling an appointment. 

Liability Release

INFORMED CONSENT & LIABILITY WAIVER ADDENDUM: PNEUMATIC COMPRESSION THERAPY 

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1. Acknowledgment of Modality: I understand that as part of my session at Danica Lea Todd DBA Freyja Charleston, I am choosing to receive therapy via a mechanical, consumer-grade pneumatic compression device (air massage leg boots).


2. Purpose and Sensation: I understand that this device utilizes sequential air inflation to compress the lower limbs to encourage fluid movement and muscle relaxation. I understand that the sensation should be firm but never painful.

3. Client Responsibility & Control:I agree to immediately inform the therapist if the pressure becomes uncomfortable, painful, or distressing.I acknowledge that I have been instructed on how to use the manual controls/power button to immediately terminate the session if necessary. I confirm that I have filled out the screening checklist accurately and have not withheld any medical history.

4. Assumption of Risk & Release of Liability: I recognize that despite careful screening, mechanical compression carries inherent risks, including but not limited to bruising, skin irritation, changes in blood pressure, or the mobilization of undetected circulatory issues. By signing below, I expressly assume all risks associated with the use of the pneumatic compression device. I release, waive, and forever discharge Danica L Todd from any and all liability, claims, or demands arising out of injury or complications resulting from this mechanical device.

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