Nail ServicesQuestion 50 of 100
A pedicure client tells you she is diabetic and has lost feeling in her feet. What should you do about the leg and foot massage?
a.Massage as usual but with lighter pressure
b.Massage the feet only and skip the legs
c.Skip the massage and advise her to get clearance from her physician first
d.Use brisk tapotement to stimulate circulation in the numb areas
Explanation
Diabetes with loss of sensation is a massage contraindication, because the client cannot feel pressure or injury and circulation and healing are impaired, so you skip the massage and send her to her physician. Lighter pressure and limiting it to the feet still apply pressure to compromised tissue. Vigorous tapotement is the most stimulating movement of all and is the worst choice here, just as it would be for high blood pressure, a heart condition, a recent stroke, or a blood clot.
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