It is important to know the main counter-indications in order to protect the person and to act with the requisite safety and efficiency.   

· Inflammation

· Infection

· Skin diseases

· Haemorrhages (may include menstruation)

· Wounds

· Ulcers

· Burns

· Vascular diseases

· Lymph node inflammation

· Muscular weakness and circulatory retention

· Thrombi

· Heart diseases

· Patients with nerve compression

· Sharp sprains

· Bruises

· Serious or developing  illnesses or diseases