If a client is receiving chemotherapy and has received clearance for massage therapy but is experiencing neuropathy,what treatment modifications should the therapist employ?

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When a client is experiencing neuropathy, it is important to avoid applying pressure or massage techniques that may exacerbate hypersensitive areas. It is also important to communicate with the client to determine their tolerance for touch and adjust the treatment accordingly. Elevating the area with neuropathy and applying ice packs may offer some relief, but this should be left to the client's medical team to recommend and prescribe. Neuropathy is not an absolute contraindication for massage therapy, but modifications are necessary to ensure the highest level of client comfort and safety.

If a Client Is Receiving Chemotherapy and Has Received Clearance