Contraindications
While sheet massage can be considered a safe technique that is easy on the body (yours and your client’s), as with any massage technique there are precautions you should take. Always ask your client about any injuries or areas of sensitivity, and adjust your routine accordingly. Also, if your client is large and you do not feel that you can comfortably lift his weight, do not attempt some of the moves that require greater strength, such as the back lift, jelly belly or hip tilt. Instead focus on the head, arms and legs, as these areas will greatly benefit from sheet massage and will still relax the body. You should practice all the moves on friends or family members of different body shapes and sizes to find your comfort zone before working on clients. As you work through the routine, check in often with your own body and with your client to make sure both of you are comfortable.

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