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Contraindications

Understanding Sound Healing Safely

Sound healing is a powerful modality that uses vibrational frequencies to promote balance and harmony within the body, mind, and spirit. However, as with any form of healing, it’s important to be mindful of contraindications—situations or conditions where sound healing may not be appropriate or could require extra caution. These contraindications can vary depending on individual health conditions, and reviewing them ensures the safety and well-being of each client.

 

For instance, individuals with pacemakers, serious heart conditions, or certain neurological disorders may need to avoid or limit exposure to specific frequencies used in sound healing. Pregnant individuals, particularly in the first trimester, should consult with their healthcare provider before engaging in sound therapy, as some vibrations could potentially stimulate uterine contractions. Additionally, those with epilepsy or a history of seizures should be cautious, as certain frequencies may act as triggers.

 

Before beginning any session, I ask all clients to review the contraindications and communicate any health concerns so that we can tailor the session to your unique needs. This allows us to ensure that your experience is safe, supportive, and aligned with your healing journey. Sound healing is a beautiful and transformative tool, and when used with care, it can bring profound benefits.

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Cautions and Warnings

 

Do not use sound healing instruments directly on the body during pregnancy, especially during the first 12 weeks,and especially not on the stomach or back of a pregnant woman.

 

Do not use sound healing if you suffer from epilepsy unless you have consulted your doctor to ensure you receive the right anti-epileptic medications and are in no danger of seizures from sound vibrations. 

 

Keep a minimum distance of 20 cm (8 inches) between a sound healing instrument and any implanted heart pacemaker, stent or shunt.

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Do not use sound healing instruments

  • On any deep vein thrombosis in the leg or known thrombi

  • On open wounds

  • On acute inflammation and tumors

  • Directly on or above a pacemaker or defibrillator. Keep a distance of at least 20 cm (8 inches) from where it is implanted

  • Directly on or anywhere in the immediate area of a metallic implant

  • Post surgery before the sutures have been removed and the scar is not fully healed and closed

  • Around the neck in the case of carotid atherosclerosis

 

The following people should consult their doctor before the first use of sound healing:

  • People with carotid stenosis (prior to application in the area of the carotid artery/larynx)

  • People with cardiac pacemakers, artificial heart valves, or cardiac arrhythmias

  • People with a stent

  • People with a shunt

  • People with a deep brain stimulation device (DBS)

  • People with epilepsy

  • Pregnant women

 

The sound healing instruments must not be used on the body directly on:

  • Implants (or near implants until they have completely healed)

  • Screws

  • Artificial joints

  • Inflamed joints and veins

  • The skin, in the case of inflammatory skin disorders

  • Weeping eczema

  • Diseased veins

  • The stomach or back of a pregnant woman

 

Treatment should not commence until three days after injury at the earliest for:

  • Whiplash​

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Contraindications​​

*Adapted from Sound Healing Academy Contraindications

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