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The Importance of Taking A Thorough Health History

The Importance of Taking A Thorough Health History

The Importance of Taking A Thorough Health History

A thorough health history is an important factor in determining the safest, most effective massage for your client.

Is it important for massage therapists to take a thorough client health history?

A thorough health history is an important factor in determining the safest, most effective massage for your client.

Here are 3 tips for taking health history:

1. Always take a client history, preferably face-to-face.

2. If time is a factor, a detailed questionnaire for clients to fill out in advance will give you an opportunity to review the history and ask any necessary follow-up questions.

3. It is important to find out as much as you can about their injury history.

Remember, when something goes wrong and a massage client gets injured, you could be liable and possibly sued.

Having comprehensive liability insurance for massage therapy with American Massage Council guarantees a level of confidence and is a best business practice.

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