A little late but never. I still have clients inquiring for services when they are ill. To clarify some issues, please read the following blog on the H1N1 virus and colds.
To ease the minds of clients, I want to clarify that I am taking all precautions to keep H1N1, viruses or any disease of out of my office. I do not and never have accepted a client that has a cold, fever, or any form of infection.
After each massage the room is disinfected, the trash dumped, and clean sheets are placed on the table. As a massage therapist I adhere to the laws implemented by the state on health and hygiene. As always I wash my hands and arms before and after a massage.
Here are some tips what you can do as a client to take precautions for H1N1 or any possible contagious disease you may come in contact with.
1. Cover your mouth when coughing or sneezing.
2. Golden rule: Always wash you hands after going to the restroom or coming into contact with bodily fluids such as mucus, saliva and sweat. You can also use a hand sanitizer to kill germs.
3. If you have a cold lasting more than three days or have flu like symptoms make a appointment to see your doctor.
4. Do not schedule massage appointment if you are ill. Wait until all symptoms have pasted before scheduling your massage appointment. You may schedule a appointment after three days when the symptoms have passed. I will not schedule a appointment with you if you are ill.
5. If you are not showing symptoms of a cold, flu, or infection, it is best to strengthen your immune system. You can also go to your doctor to get a flu shot. Also taking preventive vitamin supplements or medicines prescribed by a doctor can help prevent becoming ill this winter season.
Vitamin C, red clover leaf, elderberry, Super Lysine, nettles (sinus and cleaning the blood stream), slippery elm bark (sore throat) are just some that you can get over the counter. Homeopathic medicines like BOIRON, Oscillococcium can help prevent the flu.
6. Try to avoid those that are ill. If you cannot, make sure you follow step five.
7. Get plenty of rest.
8. Stay hydrated, drinking plenty of water and fluids.
“Remember a ounce of prevention is a pound of cure.”