Myofascial Release Contraindications

Here are some contraindications for SMR & MCT release.

Maligancy

Osteoporosis

Oseteomylitis

Phlebitis

Cellulitis

Acute Rheumatoid Arthritis

Blood Clot

Aneurysm

Bursitis

Sutures

Anticoagulant Therapy

Congestive Heart Failure

Bleeding Disorders

Goiter

Eczema / Skin  Lesions

Hypersensitive Skin

Open Wounds

Healing Fractures

Obstructive Edema

Advanced Diabetes

Hemtaoma

Febrile State

Organ Failure

Pregnancy

Resource: NASM Live Myofascial Training Workshop